Columnar Scotch Pine
Planted 1979
This Scotch Pine is a tall and narrow pine. Like other Scotch Pines, its needles are twisted and are a blue-green color with a well-defined stomatal line. It can adapt to many environments and tolerates a variety of soil types.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-25 ft. | 6-8 ft. | 3-7 | Moderate | Medium |
Leaf
Blue-green, 2 per fascicle, stiff, twisted, well-defined stomatal lines.
Fruit
Cones, asymmetrical, green.
Flower
Cones, asymmetrical, brown.
Advantages
Can tolerate poor soils but needs good drainage, tolerates urban environments.
Disadvantages
Snow can damage the branches.