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RedCrocus Pumilio Swiss Mountain Pine | Evergreen Shrub for Rock Gardens & Containers | Low-Maintenance and Deer-Resistant | Full Sun to Partial Shade 5 Gallon
RedCrocus Pumilio Swiss Mountain Pine | Evergreen Shrub for Rock Gardens & Containers | Low-Maintenance and Deer-Resistant | Full Sun to Partial Shade 5 Gallon
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$820.00 USD
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SKU:nse8543-redcrocus
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Pumilio' Swiss Mountain Pine Pinus mugo 'Pumilio' Tree Form
Description
This compact evergreen shrub features dense, dark green needles and a rounded, bushy form. Ideal for low-maintenance gardens and rockeries, it adds year-round color and texture to your landscape.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for borders, rock gardens, container planting, and as ground cover. Its low height makes it suitable for alpine and Mediterranean-style gardens.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Pumilio' Swiss Mountain Pine Pinus mugo 'Pumilio' Tree Form -
Common Name: Pumilio' Swiss Mountain Pine -
Size & Growth: Typically 1-2 feet tall and wide, slow-growing -
Hardiness Zones: 3-6 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen needles -
Bloom Time: Not typically flowering -
Growth Rate: Slow -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Mild toxicity -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Lavender, sedum, thyme
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space adequately for air circulation. -
Soil Moisture: Well-drained, moderate watering -
Soil Type: Sandy or rocky soil preferred -
Humidity: Tolerant of dry conditions -
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning to maintain shape, best done in early spring -
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and heavy snow; minimal winter protection needed in zones 3-4 -
Planting Depth: Root ball just below soil surface -
Fertilization: Apply a slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
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