Pinus sylvestris 'Hillside Creeper' |
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Pine, Scotch 'Hillside Creeper |
Description
Some features of the Hillside Creeper Scotch Pine include its stout, twisted needles and egg-shaped cones. It is fairly fast growing when young, but slows down considerably to a mature height of 2'. It spreads in a prostrate form, spreading to about 8' wide. Positive growth will result from planting in acidic, well-drained soil. It is best to destroy severely beetle-ridden trees. Pines are highly combustible plants. This plant is fire-prone! Please use caution when planting near your home.
This plant is on the City of Ashland’s Prohibited Plant List and should only be planted if it is at least 5 feet away from any structure. Prohibited Flammable Plants List Use caution when planting and follow tree and shrub spacing guidelines as outlined in the General Fuel Modification Area Standards found in Ashland’s Municipal Code, Chapter 18.3.10.100 https://ashland.municipal.codes/LandUse/18.3.10.100 Questions? Contact Firewise staff at 541-482-2770.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
Red
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
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Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
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Location Uses
Background, Park, Roadside, With Rocks
Special Uses
Screen, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
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Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.