Pine, Bosnian
Pinus heldreichii
Pinaceae - Pine
Description
Leaves: Needles in bundles of 2; 2" to 4" long; remain on tree 5-6 years.
Twigs/buds: Twigs whitish, with rough texture resembling a snake’s skin; thick. Buds brown; tips often whitish; egg-shaped to oblong, not resinous.
Flowers/fruit: Monoecious. Fruit a woody cone; 4" to 5" long; yellow-brown; purple when young.
Bark: Ash gray when older.
Wood: Information unavailable.
General: A native of the Balkans, Italy; should grow well in Utah. Similar to Austrian pine, but more compact. Salt tolerant. Shade intolerant.
Landscape Use: Not common in Utah, but should be planted more; tough. Several cultivars available, including a dwarf. Zones 5-7.
Cultivars: 'Green Bun', Satillit'.
Characteristics
General
| Family | Pinaceae - Pine |
|---|---|
| Cultivar Availability | Yes |
| Hardiness Zone | 5-7 |
| Type | Conifer |
| Utah Native | No |
Growth
| Growth Rate | Low |
|---|---|
| Mature Height | Medium |
| Longevity | High |
| Is Good Under Power Lines | No |
| Crown Shapes | Pyramidal |
Ornamental
| Bark | No |
|---|---|
| Fall Color | No |
| Flowers | No |
| Foliage | Yes |
| Fruit | No |
Tolerance
| Shade | Low |
|---|---|
| Salt | High |
| Drought | High |
| Poor Drainage | Low |
| Alkalinity | High |
| Transplanting | Medium |