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Limber pine

Limber pine

Pinus flexilis

tree☀️ full sun💧 low water Hardy: Zone 2bZone 8a

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A hardy, slow-growing conifer native to high-altitude western mountains, valued for its flexibility, drought tolerance, and picturesque form. Its dense blue-green foliage and ability to withstand harsh conditions make it excellent for exposed, challenging sites.

Overview

Form
conical to columnar
Growth Rate
slow
Size
25–66′ tall × 15–35′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Family
Pinaceae

Native to the United States

Native Range

Western United States and Canada, high elevations

Native to: California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

Seasonality

Bloom Season

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Season of Interest

Winter

Companion Planting

Plants well with