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Pinus flexilis Extra Blue

Extra Blue Limber Pine

Aptly named for its outstanding blue colour, this pyramidal pine boasts clusters of long, slightly twisted or curving needles.

  • »  Pyramidal in form, with ascending branches
  • »  Long blue needles in clusters of five, are slightly twisted or curved
  • »  Cones are long, brown when mature, and quite resinous
  • »  True to name, 'Extra Blue' is one of the bluest cultivars

6gal Low Inventory
$579.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:11-13 m
  • Spread:9-11 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Fast
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Pyramidal
Foliage Color
• Blue
Landscape uses
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus flexilis 'Extra Blue'

This pine is naturally an open grower, however, pinching the candles mid-spring will encourage a more compact form. 'Extra Blue' grows best in full sun, in a  moist, well-drained soil.