Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'
Also called:
Blue Shag Eastern White Pine
Botanical Description
Plant Family:
Pinaceae
Evergreen
Med - Lg Shrub (usually >3' and never < 1.5')
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
No
Southern Canada from Manitoba to Newfoundland, throughout the northern and eastern states from Minnesota and northern Iowa to the Atlantic coast, and southward along the Appalachian mountains to northern Georgia and Alabama
Pat Kolling
Flower:
No Flower
Blooms from :
to:
Foliage:
Green
Short, blue green needles in bundles of 5 are soft to the touch
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Partial Sun
Deer Resistant?
No
Firewise?
No
Height:
2-4'
Spread:
2-4'
Growth Rate:
Slow
Native Habitat:
Soil Needs
Prefers fertile, acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soil; Intolerant of compacted, clayey soils, alkaline conditions
Fertilizer Needs:
Recommended Mulch:
Wildlife Uses
Attracts Pollinators?
No
Attracts Birds?
No
Supports Butterflies?
No
Wildlife use description: