Scotch pine
Pinus sylvestris 'Loose Park'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
2 - 7
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Acidic, Well-drained
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Scotch pine requires moderate watering. During the summer, water the tree weekly, providing about 1-2 inches of water each time. Water deeply and evenly each week, saturating the soil to a 4-6 inch depth. During the winter, allow the soil to become slightly dry between waterings. Water when the top inch of soil begins to feel dry. Occasional deep watering will help keep the plant healthy during the winter.
sunlight
Scotch pine (Pinus sylvestris 'Loose Park') requires full sun for optimal growth and development. This species should receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day during the growing season. In the winter, the plant should get a few hours of indirect or reflected sunlight. In environments with very hot climates, it is best to provide some shade during the afternoon to avoid scorching the foliage or stressing the plant.
pruning
Pruning for Scotch Pine (Pinus sylvestris 'Loose Park') should be done in late winter or early spring, just before the start of the growing season. Only a light pruning is needed on this plant as it is slow-growing. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches as soon as possible. Heavy pruning should be avoided as this can cause harm to the plant. Instead, removal of small suckers or selected branches can help to shape the plant and maintain a natural crown
