Pinus edulis

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Pine, Pinon, Pinyon or Nut Pine

  
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

This slow-growing, small conifer has dark green pairs of needles and is a stately tree Its cones produce edible pine nuts.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 30 feet away from any structure. Prohibited Flammable Plants List Questions? Contact Firewise staff at 541-482-2770.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Ranch, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Foundation, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.