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Pinus mugo 'Pumilio'-Swiss Mountain Pine-Compact evergreen for gardens 15 Gallon

Pinus mugo 'Pumilio'-Swiss Mountain Pine-Compact evergreen for gardens 15 Gallon

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Pinus mugo 'Pumilio'

Description

Pinus mugo 'Pumilio', commonly known as Pumilio Swiss Mountain Pine, is a dwarf, evergreen conifer with a dense, spreading habit. It is known for its rich green needles and compact form, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and container planting.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for rock gardens, alpine gardens, and as a ground cover. It can also be used in containers and is suitable for urban environments due to its compact size and low maintenance requirements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Pinus mugo 'Pumilio'
  • Common Name Common Name: Pumilio' Swiss Mountain Pine
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches 2-3 feet in height and 3-5 feet in width
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Junipers, Sedums, and other alpine plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy or loamy soil with good drainage.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged branches as needed.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as pine sawfly and treat as necessary.
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