Scientific Name
Pinus aristata

Common Name
Bristlecone pine

Hardiness Zones: 4-7
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Very slow
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types including poor sandy soil; drought tolerant
Texture: Medium
Form: Dwarf; shrubby; irregular spread; picturesque
Height: 8 to 20’
Width: 10 to 15’
Leaf: 1 to 1.7" needles in bundles of 5; bluish green; often dotted with white resin
Flower/Fruit: 2 to 4" cylindrical cones
Comments: Protect from drying winds; will not tolerate air pollution; good in rock gardens or as bonsai
Cultivars: --



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