Species Scotch pine
Low-growing and spreading reddish-brown branches with short, twisted blue-green needles

Scotch pine

Pinus sylvestris 'Albyn Prostrata'

Scotch pine (Pinus sylvestris 'Albyn Prostrata') is a hardy evergreen conifer with a distinctive spreading shape growing to a height of 6-10 ft. Its bright green needle-like leaves are arranged in pairs, and its crushed needles are fragrant and resinous. Scotch pine has a grey-brown bark with deep fissures and a conical shape. The pollination is done by wind, resulting in cone-like fruits with seeds. It is known for its stiff branches, which make it an ideal choice for windy areas. Its bark is also resistant to fire, which makes it ideal for parks and other public areas. This tree is native to Europe and has been cultivated extensively in the U.S. and Canada for use in specific landscape situations.

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

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Watering requirements for a Scotch pine largely depends on several factors such as soil type, climate and location. It should be watered deeply but moderately. If grown in containers, it should be watered twice a week, or as often as necessary to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy.

sunlight

Scotch pine needs approximately 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. They can grow best in areas with full sun, preferably in the mornings and during milder temperatures. When direct sunlight exceeds 8 hours a day, Scotch pine can suffer from sunscald and other heat-related diseases. Therefore, it is important to ensure that Scotch pine receive enough sunlight and not too much, as direct sunlight can easily damage their needles and leaves.

pruning

Scotch pines need to be pruned regularly to maintain a desired shape and size. Pruning can be done in early spring, late winter and/or summer. The amount of pruning required varies with the age and shape of the pine. Young trees should be pruned to maintain a low, shrub-like form. Older trees should be pruned to reduce the height and spread of the lower branches. Pruning can be done selectively to remove any dead, damaged or diseased wood and any crossing or rubbing branches. In general, try to prune no more than 1/3 of the live foliage at any 1 time.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Pinus sylvestris 'Albyn Prostrata' typically starts flowering in April.

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