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Pinus attenuata

Knobcone Pine

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Description

The Knobcone Pine grows 20'-80' high and 20-25' wide. It is fast-growing, tolerates drought and urban conditions. It has soft, green needles.

 

Plant Type

Conifer

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park, Parking Lot

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.