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lodgepole pine
Pinus contorta
tree☀️ full sun💧 low water
A hardy coniferous evergreen tree native to western North America, known for its narrow pyramidal form and ability to thrive in poor soils and harsh mountain conditions. It produces small cones and dense foliage that ranges from green to yellowish-green.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4b to Zone 7bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5.5 to 8.5Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringWinter
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Western North America
Native to: California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Function & Care
biomass/mulcherosion controlwildlife benefitwindbreak
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation