Hillside Creeper Scotch Pine
Pinus sylvestris "Hillside Creeper'
Planted 2021
This pine acts like a ground cover, growing no more than 1 to 1 ½ feet tall, but spread to over 10 feet wide. It is very adaptable to multiple soil types. It has a fast growth rate when young but slows once older.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 ft. | 10 ft. | 2-8 | Fast | Medium |
Leaf
Needles, 2 per package, green (yellow in winter), twisted, variable length, pointed.
Fruit
Cones, 1 ½-3”, gray or dull brown.
Flower
Monoecious.
Advantages
Prefers dry to moderately wet soils, tolerates pollution, adapts to various soil types and pH.
Disadvantages
No serious disadvantages.