Singleleaf Pinyon Pine
Planted 2016
This is the only single-needled pine. It does very well in the Great Basin area since it is a native to this area. Very drought tolerant and does well in alkaline soils. It is pyramidal in youth, but becomes rounded as it ages with upward sweeping branches.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15-25 ft. | 8-20 ft. | 4-8 | Slow | Very Low |
Leaf
Needles, flat, single, striated.
Fruit
Cones, 1 ½-2 ½” long, light brown, edible seeds.
Flower
Cones.
Advantages
Very drought tolerant, seeds are edible, tolerant of alkaline soils and cold dry wind, does best in full sun.
Disadvantages