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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'

Flower Color

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

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Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.