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Pinus ponderosa

Ponderosa Pine, Western Yellow Pine

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Evergreen

Height:

18 - 30m

Width:

8 - 9m

Growth Rate:

Fast

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

3, 4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun

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

Does not generally perform as well in eastern North America as native pines