9-6-11: Pinus contorta

Our native shore pine is a sturdy, adaptable, compact tree.

I’m sure you’ve seen the wind blown version of this plant on the coast. Grass green three inch long needles in bundles of two cover this particular tree. In youth it grows in a random way and as it matures it grows into a tighter form eventually reaching twenty feet or more. This attractive tree has grown in two of my gardens, one city one country. Size wise it fits very well into city gardens and can be pruned as needed. In a larger setting it grows well amongst larger trees, evergreen and deciduous, as well as a backdrop tree for shrubs and perennials. It adapts to all soil and water conditions (except standing water year round). Additionally this is a very good wildlife tree providing nesting sites and forage for woodpeckers, chickadees, bushtits and chipmunks. Can be planted as a hedge or integrated in the garden. Pinus contorta blends well with native plants as well as other landscape plants. The shore pine will fill a need for a smaller evergreen able to thrive in many conditions, a choice and desirable tree. Grows 20’ to 35’ tall and wide. Plant in full sun or partial shade.

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