A large coniferous evergreen tree native to western North America, known for its tall straight trunk, thick reddish bark, and long needles. It thrives in dry, sunny locations and is extremely drought-tolerant once established.
Overview
Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
150–223′ tall × 40–60′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
high
Zone 3aZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 9b
pH Range
59
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5 to 9
Soil Texture
Coarse, Medium
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFallWinter
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Western North America
Native to: California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Varieties such as 'Pendulum' (weeping form) and selections from different geographic origins exist, though Ponderosa Pine is primarily used in its species form rather than cultivars.
