Big Tuna Mugo Pine
Big tuna mugo is a small, slow-growing evergreen tree. It has long, dark green needles that give the plant a bushy appearance.
The branches grow in an upright manner, putting on about 3 inches of new growth each year. It is an unique, upright evergreen with an adaptable and hardy nature. It is a great choice for small spaces, but may need to be special ordered from a plant nursery.
Big Tuna Mugo Pine
Big tuna mugo is a small, slow-growing evergreen tree. It has long, dark green needles that give the plant a bushy appearance.
The branches grow in an upright manner, putting on about 3 inches of new growth each year. It is an unique, upright evergreen with an adaptable and hardy nature. It is a great choice for small spaces, but may need to be special ordered from a plant nursery.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Pinus mugo 'Big Tuna'
Pronunciation
PY-nus MEW-go
Mature Height
12 to 15 ft.
Mature Spread
10 to 12 ft.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
NA
Bloom time
NA
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Europe
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 2-7
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
Performance
There is a beautiful specimen of big tuna mugo pine growing at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. It is a slow-growing, dwarf tree with beautiful, long needles. It is a good choice for an unique, small evergreen.
Maintenance
Prune when young to create a healthy, well-shaped specimen tree. No other maintenance required.