Description
An introduced evergreen tree growing to 60' in height and 2' in diameter. Its stiff, dark green needles are 3"-6" long, occurring in bundles of two. It has dark gray bark which matures into rough, scaly plates. It bears 2"-3" yellow-brown prickly cones.
Location
This hardy pine is native to Europe and Asia Minor and also Northwest
Africa. It has been planted widely in the United States.
Culture Light: Full sun. Moisture: Tolerates a wide range of soil moisture. Hardiness: USDA Zones 4-8. Propagation: Seeds, seedlings.
Usage
Austrian pine is widely planted as an ornamental, as well as in
screens and windbreaks.
Features
This pine's dark green, evergreen foliage and hardiness to a variety of
conditions, including smoke, dust, and dry soils, make it a good choice
for urban landscaping. It is fairly fast growing.
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