Rugged and hardy evergreen with an evenly mounded habit of finely textured, rich deep green foliage. Slow growing, compact form, needs littlepruning or maintenance. Handsome on its own or when planted in masse. Ideal choice for a small urban garden, alpine or rock garden, or large water wise landscape. Beautiful year round. Botanical Name- Pinus mugo ‘Slowmound’ Pronunciation- PY-nus MEW-goh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 3 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil; but very adaptable Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Armeria maritima – small mound synergy, well-drained soil Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (nuthatches, crossbills), shelter for insects Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
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
