Valley Cushion Dwarf Mugo Pine
Valley cushion mugo pine is an attractive, low-growing dwarf mugo pine. Rather than growing into a mound, Valley Cushion slowly spreads almost like a mat, growing much wider than it is tall.
It's deep green color and uniform appearance are lovely. This can be a great alternative to spreading junipers for small gardens.
Valley Cushion Dwarf Mugo Pine
Valley cushion mugo pine is an attractive, low-growing dwarf mugo pine. Rather than growing into a mound, Valley Cushion slowly spreads almost like a mat, growing much wider than it is tall.
It's deep green color and uniform appearance are lovely. This can be a great alternative to spreading junipers for small gardens.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Pinus mugo 'Valley Cushion'
Pronunciation
PY-nus MEW-go
Mature Height
12 to 18 in.
Mature Spread
4 to 6 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
Valley Cushion mugo pine has been a great performer in the dwarf conifer rock garden at the Xeriscape Garden. It has a nice green color and uniform appearance. It has not spread into a mat yet, but is very attractive. It is definitely worth considering wherever a short, uniform evergreen is desired.
Maintenance
No maintenance required. Unlike other mugo pines, Valley Cushion mugo pine does not require candle pruning to keep it small.