Pinus strobus 'Contorta'
Contorted White Pine
Description
Pinus strobus 'Contorta' is an evergreen tree. Grows to 100 ft. or more at a fast rate. Symmetrical cone shape with horizontal branches in regular whorls. Needles are 2-4in. and blue green. Cones are 3-8 in., slender, often curved, and light brown.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer, Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
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.