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Scots Pine, European Redwood, Scotch Pine 'Plainfield Witch's Broom'

Pinussylvestris

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Family

Pinaceae (py-NAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Pinus (PY-nus)

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Species

sylvestris (sil-VESS-triss)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Evergreen

Provides Winter Interest

Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time

Unknown - Tell us

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Rock Island, IL (Zone 5b) | August 2006 | neutral

This Scot's Pine witches' broom grows less than one inch per year.

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Scots Pine, European Redwood, Scotch Pine 'Plainfield Witch's Broom'

Pinussylvestris

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