southwestern white pine
Pinus strobiformis 'Coronado'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Southwestern white pine (Pinus strobiformis 'Coronado') requires moderately moist soil and prefers to have its soil moist, but not soaked. Water the tree deeply and slowly, as often as needed to keep the soil slightly damp. During dry periods, this tree may require watering once or twice a week. Make sure to water the tree in the morning or evening, avoiding extreme temperatures. Avoid over-watering, as overly wet soil can be a detriment to the health of the tree.
sunlight
Southwestern white pine (Pinus strobiformis 'Coronado') should receive direct sunlight for at least 8 hours per day. It should receive light in the morning, typically between 9am-11am and then again in the afternoon from 4pm-8pm. This species prefers the cooler temperatures of the day since it is native to the Southwestern United States.
pruning
Southwestern white pine (Pinus strobiformis 'Coronado') should be pruned at any time of the year as needed and should generally receive moderate pruning. Pruning should be done to remove dead or diseased branches in order to promote healthy growth. Light pruning should be done to shape mature plants, while more severe pruning can be done to promote bushier growth or remove branches that are crossing, overgrown or are otherwise interfering with 1 another. It should also be done to direct growth away from structures, if applicable. It is important to note that pruning should not be done to reduce the size of the plant, as it may reduce its vigor.
