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Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolf's Pyramid'

Vanderwolf's Blue Pine

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Information by:         Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

 

Description

Vanderwolf's Pyramid Pine is a distinctive, densely branched, pyramidal selection of Limber Pine. Its branches display long, twisting, blue green needles with a light blue line on the undersides. Choose a north or east exposure protected from the wind for this pine. Pines are highly combustible plants. It needs full sun to part shade.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

12-25', 25-40', 40-60'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.