This pine has short blue-green needles that are covered with tiny white bits of resin. It shows a more uniform branching habit than other bristlecone pines. Growth rate is comparable to the species. Use as a focal point in the rock or alpine themed garden. Botanical Name- Pinus aristata ‘Horstmann’ Pronunciation- PY-nus a-ris-TAH-tuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Thymus serpyllum ‘Elfin’ – dwarf synergy, rock-garden style Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (nuthatches, crossbills), shelter for insects Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C7 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter; water regularly when young and mulch. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a conifer fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in early spring; low to moderate feeding need. Alleviate clay compaction around the root zone for best results. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Pine sawfly, needle blight, bark beetles
