Pinus flexilis
Limber Pine
Description
Pinus flexilis is an evergreen tree. It grows 20'-30' tall in gardens at a slow to moderate pace. Its habit is dense and pyramidal when young, but changes to a flat-topped, broad crown when mature. Cones are 5" long, oval or cone shaped and brown in color. Needles about about 3" long, bluish green in color, slightly curved and cover the tree from tip to trunk. Pines are highly combustible plants.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
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Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.