Pinus radiata |
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Monterey Pine |
Description
The Pinus radiata is an evergreen with an incredibly fast growth rate. It survives well in coastal areas and in well-drained soils. With age, the tree drops its lower branches, thus producing a rounded, flat crown.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
25-40', 60-100'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.