PINUS nigra

Commonly known as Austrian pine

(Syn. austriaca) - Domed tree with dense, spreading branches
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Dense, straight, rigid, dark green leaves 8-16cm (3-6in) long are carried in pairs
  • Height
    30m (100ft)
  • Spread
    6-8m(20-26ft)
  • Conifer
    Long-ovoid, yellow-brown female cones are 6-8cm (2½-3in) long
  • Tree
    Fissured, dark brown bark, brown shoots, and broadly ovoid, abruptly acute buds with papery scales
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun

PINUS nigra

 
Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
£14.50 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £13.00 each
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids, sawfly larvae, pine shoot moth, honey fungus
    Place of origin
    Austria, southern Europe, southeastern Europe, Carpathians
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Coastal / windswept
    Tolerant of full exposure to sea winds
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf shape
    Filiform
    		(see photos above)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Any well-drained soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
Pinus - Growing Guide
Trees - Care Guide
30m (100ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  6-8m(20-26ft)
  

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