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Pinus heldreichii

var. leucodermis 'Nana'


Dwarf Bosnian Pine




            Mike's Opinion

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This is an excellent dwarf conifer that can tolerate dry conditions. It is suited to use in rock gardens and could be used as a specimen plant. This dwarf will add texture to any garden.



Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)

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Family
Pinaceae
Genus
Pinus
Species
heldreichii
Cultivar
'Nana'
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
Variety
leucodermis
Pronunciation
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 6
Canadian Hardiness Zone
4a - 6a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H7
Temperature (°C)
-29 - (-18)
Temperature (°F)
-20 - 0
Height
1-3 m
Spread
1-2 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
June
General Description
Dwarf conifer that has stiff needles and grey bark with branches that ascend on an upward angle. The needles are held in fascicles of two and are a deep green.
Cultivation
A hardy species that prefers slightly acidic soil conditions ranging from sandy to slight clay. Withstands drought and salt and will thrive in full sun. Prefers a well drained soil.
Growth
Slow
ID Characteristic
Cones are ovoid in shape and purple-blue when young. Needles may persist for 5-6 years and are prone to desiccation if left unprotected for the winter. Branches grow on an upward almost 45 ° angle.
Pests
Salt tolerant and resistant to diplodia tip blight.
Bark/Stem Description
The bark is grey and fractured in appearance on older growth but yellow-grey in colour on new growth.
Flower/Leaf Bud Description
Small terminal bud, light blue to grey in colour, round in shape, buds are 1 cm in length.
Leaf Description
Two needles in a fascicle, with stiff forward pointing needles. The needles measure 6-9 cm in length and are glossy green in colour.
Flower Description
Small and pistillate, inconspicuous, yellow-green in colour; 2.5 cm in length.
Fruit Description
When young the cones are blue-purple in colour but turn brown as they mature. Cones are 2.5-3.5 cm in length and ovoid in shape.
Colour Description
Bark is grey and fractured on mature growth and peels off in plates.
Texture Description
Sharp and stiff foliage with dentate stomatal lines on all surfaces. Smooth in texture and light edges can be felt along the needle.
Notable Specimens
The Gardens of Fanshawe College, London, Ontario, Canada.
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