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Beginner
skill rating |
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12m
max. spread |
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15m
max. height |
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20-50 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
per year |
Botanical name: Pinus pinea
Other names: Umbrella pine, Stone pine
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Genus: Pinus
Species: P. pinea - P. pinea is a conical pine tree with blue-green leaves aging to a more rounded habit. Shiny pine cones ripen in the third year.
Pinus pinea is: Evergreen
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Fruit: Brown in Autumn
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Pinus pinea (Umbrella pine) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 20-50 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, Coastal, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Foliage only, Hedging/Screens, Wildlife, Woodland
Cultivation: Grow in free-draining soil in any sunny aspect.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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| Soil drainage: |
Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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