Scientific Name
Pinus ponderosa

Common Name
Ponderosa pine; Western yellow pine

Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; prefers deep moist well drained soil but will grow in a wide range; drought and salt tolerant
Texture: Medium
Form: Narrow pyramidal in youth; irregular crown with age; numerous short branches; drops lower branches
Height: 60 to 100’
Width: 25 to 30’
Leaf: 5 to 10" rigid, curved needles in bundles of 3; dark green to yellowish green
Flower/Fruit: 3 to 6" cones; single or in clusters of 3 to 5; light reddish brown
Comments: Yellowish brown to cinnamon red bark in plates; does not like shade
Cultivars: --
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