Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolfs Pine' Pyramid
Common Name(s):
Limber pine
Vanderwolfs Pyramid pine
Synonym:
Rocky Mountain white pine
Flower:
No Flower
Blooms :
to:
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
YES
Family:
Pinaaceae
Tree, Conifer
Foliage:
Green
Needles 3-5" long in bundles of five
Fall Color?
YES
Needles stay green
Evergreen
Photo by:
Heading 6
Needles stay green
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
Cultivar of Limber Pine a Colorado native species
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
NO
Height:
20-30'
Spread:
10-15'
Growth Rate:
FAST
Native Habitat:
Rocky soils in mountains
Soil:
Average, well-drained
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Require minimal fertilization, can apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring
Mulch:
2-3" layer of shredded bark
Plant in full sun and well-drained soils, avoid planting any gooseberries or currants nearby
Long Term:
Winter:
Water as needed until ground freezes
Spring:
Consistent watering for young trees, apply general purpose fertilizer. prune any dead branche, camdle by pinching new growth back by 2-3" in mid May or early June, check for pests
Summer:
Water as needed about once a week, add mulch to retain moisture
Fall:
Give adequate moisture, maintain a layer of mulch
General Care Comments:
Plant in full sun and well-drained soils, water if needed, candle to maintain shape
Common Problems
Needle browning, root stress. winter damage
Diseases:
White pine blister rust
Insects:
Aphids, weevils, spider mites, scale
Environmental Problems:
Too much heat and humidity, too much water
Pests:
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