Bosnian Pine
Bosnian pine is a very attractive, slow-growing pine tree. It has dark green, medium-length needles and light grey bark.
Bosnian pine is different from other pines for two reasons. First, it will eventually grow moderately tall, but remains fairly narrow. This quality makes it good for narrow spaces or small yards. Second, it is not as dense as other evergreens, with some visibility through the branches.
Thus, it is a great option where a solid evergreen mass is not desired.
Bosnian Pine
Bosnian pine is a very attractive, slow-growing pine tree. It has dark green, medium-length needles and light grey bark.
Bosnian pine is different from other pines for two reasons. First, it will eventually grow moderately tall, but remains fairly narrow. This quality makes it good for narrow spaces or small yards. Second, it is not as dense as other evergreens, with some visibility through the branches.
Thus, it is a great option where a solid evergreen mass is not desired.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Pinus heldreichii
Pronunciation
PY-nus hel-DRIK-ee-eye
Mature Height
20 to 25 ft.
Mature Spread
10 to 15 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
Southeastern Europe
Light Requirements
sun to light shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 5-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 6,500 ft.
Performance
There is one Bosnian pine at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. It is at least ten years old and has been a great performer with hardly any maintenance. We have had a great experience with it, despite being on the edge of its elevation limit.
Maintenance
Prune when young to create a healthy, well-shaped specimen tree. No other maintenance required.