Pinus flexilis
Limber Pine, Rocky Mountain White Pine
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
9 - 15m
Width:
5 - 11m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Very High
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Highway, Residential
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment.
Management Notes
None of significance
Cultivars
Extra Blue, Prostrata, Vanderwolf's Pyramid