A dwarf, upright evergreen conifer with a broadly-pyramidal habit. Parents of this hybrid pine are P. wallichiana x P. strobus. Long, fine green needles gives a soft appearance. Famous for ornamental, resinous cones at a young age. Botanical Name- Pinus x schwerinii ‘Wiethorst’ Pronunciation- PY-nusshvair-ih-NEE-eye Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 5 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained soil Current Size- SPEC Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Dark Green Western Arborvitae – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (nuthatches, crossbills), shelter for insects Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – 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
