Species dwarf Siberian pine
Compact, blue-green foliage

dwarf Siberian pine

Pinus pumila 'Dwarf Blue'

Dwarf Siberian pine (Pinus pumila 'Dwarf Blue') is a small or slow-growing evergreen tree native to Northern Europe and Russia. Growing up to 6 meters in height, its bright-blue-green needles make it a favorite of landscapers. Its slow growing nature makes it an attractive choice for small spaces. It produces cones that are 4-6 cm long and has a spreading growth habit. It makes a great addition to any garden or landscape, enjoying sun to partial shade. It is a relatively low maintenance tree, and is both drought and cold-tolerant once established. Its bright green foliage is perfect for any garden or landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 7

Flowers:

Non-flowering Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Cones:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

silver

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Low

watering

Water your Dwarf Blue Siberian pine once every 7-10 days, depending on the weather and soil. Initially, water it until the soil is saturated and water is running freely from the drainage holes. Then allow the top 2-3 inches of soil to dry out before watering again. During the warmer months, you may need to water your Dwarf Blue more frequently. Make sure to check the soil moisture level with your finger, as overwatering can cause root rot and other issues.

sunlight

Dwarf Siberian pine, (Pinus pumila 'Dwarf Blue') requires full sun to thrive. This plant species should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily with 8 hours being preferable for the best growth and health. This sun exposure should ideally be in the morning between the hours of 8am and midday. During the late afternoon and early evening, the dwarf Siberian pine should be protected from the harsher rays of the sun when this species can suffer from sunburn.

pruning

Dwarf Siberian pine (Pinus pumila 'Dwarf Blue') should be pruned annually, usually in late spring or early summer. Pruning should focus on creating an open center and removing any weak or dead branches, as well as any branches growing at an angle or rubbing against 1 another. You should also trim the outer branches away to give the plant a defined shape. If required, you can also reduce the size of the inner branches or remove older, woody branches to encourage new, vibrant growth. For best results, avoid pruning more than a quarter of the total foliage in any given year.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Pinus pumila 'Dwarf Blue' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Pinus pumila 'Dwarf Blue' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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