Pinus, Ponderosa Pine
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- Full-Sun
Description
Ponderosa Pine is primarily valued in the landscape for its ornamental globe-shaped form. It has dark green evergreen foliage. The needles remain dark green throughout the winter. The shaggy brick red bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape. Tolerant of adverse conditions, makes a great windbreak.
Pinus ponderosa
Other Names: Western Yellow Pine
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Details
Ponderosa Pine is an evergreen tree with a strong central leader and a more or less rounded form. Its relatively coarse texture can be used to stand it apart from other landscape plants with finer foliage.
This tree will require occasional maintenance and upkeep. When pruning is necessary, it is recommended to only trim back the new growth of the current season, other than to remove any dieback. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
- Disease
Ponderosa Pine is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Shade
- Windbreaks and Shelterbelts
Ponderosa Pine will grow to be about 60 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 40 feet. It has a high canopy with a typical clearance of 7 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy to support unobstructed human traffic underneath. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live to a ripe old age of 100 years or more; think of this as a heritage tree for future generations!
This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is quite intolerant of urban pollution, therefore inner city or urban streetside plantings are best avoided. This species is native to parts of North America.
More Information
| Gerten Grown Plants | Gerten Grown Plants |
|---|---|
| Tree Type | Evergreen |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Mature Height (Range) | 50+ feet |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Common Family Name | Pine |
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