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Pinus contorta Spaan's Dwarf

Spaan's Dwarf Shore Pine

The short, closely set needles and irregular growth habit give this plant an unusual and dramatic look. They develop a sturdy, open form with upright branching.

  • »  Rounded form with open, upright branching
  • »  Closely set, dark green needles
  • »  An irregular growth habit with dramatic character
  • »  A natural fit in a rock garden setting
  • »  Slow-growing and wider than tall

6gal Low Inventory
$585.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:150-175 cm
  • Spread:175-200 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Rounded
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Foundation planting
• Rock garden
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus contorta 'Spaan's Dwarf'

A natural as a bonsai, in the rock garden, or grown in a container. Its sweeping, irregular habit has been likened to ocean coral.

To improve looks and airflow, these plants would benefit from periodic 'combing' (use your fingers) to remove dead material.