Mugo Pine

Mugo pine is a large, multi-stemmed evergreen plant that grows as a very large shrub or small tree. The branches grow in an upright manner from the base of the plant. The branches may be different lengths, resulting in an irregular shape.

Many dwarf cultivars have been developed to better suit small spaces, but the naturally-occurring species will grow into a large plant. It can be a resilient plant for large spaces and a good choice for screening.

Mugo Pine

Mugo pine is a large, multi-stemmed evergreen plant that grows as a very large shrub or small tree. The branches grow in an upright manner from the base of the plant. The branches may be different lengths, resulting in an irregular shape.

Many dwarf cultivars have been developed to better suit small spaces, but the naturally-occurring species will grow into a large plant. It can be a resilient plant for large spaces and a good choice for screening.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Pinus mugo

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Pronunciation

PY-nus MEW-go

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Mature Height

15 to 20 ft.

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Mature Spread

15 to 20 ft.

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Water usage
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.

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Flower Color

NA

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Bloom time

NA

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

Europe

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 2-7

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,500 ft.

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