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California Native Plant

Pinus aristata

Bristlecone Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Linda Engstrom/Thompson

 

Description

Pinus aristata is an evergreen tree. Grows very slow to 20 ft., possibly as tall as 45 ft. The needles are 1-1.5 in. and dark green. The cones are 3.5 in. and dark purplish brown. Good bonsai, container and rock garden plant.

 

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Width Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Topiary, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.