Pinus canariensis
Pine, Canary Island Pine
Description
This graceful, slender-growing pine has a pyramidal form, reaching 50'-70' tall. Its needles are 12" long and drooping in bundles of 3. The foliage is a blue-green color, maturing to a dark green shade. Needles do drop periodically, creating litter. Flowers are insignificant. Cones appear in the spring. This plant is fire-prone! Please use caution when planting near your home.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Spring
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Messy
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.