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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Pinus mugoPinus mugo

Mountain Pine, Mugo Pine, Mugo Pine Tree

In Stock: 1.166 lb (Total:1.166lb)

Pinus mugo

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1.17 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

61,479

Quantity:

1.17 lb

Collected in:

Italy

Crop year:

2021

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Item ID:

1830393

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Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Discover the versatile and resilient Pinus mugo, commonly known as Mugo Pine or Mountain Pine—a remarkable evergreen that thrives in the mountains of Central Europe to Bulgaria. This adaptable species from the pine family (Pinaceae) offers a range of features that make it a stand-out choice for your landscape needs. With its origins in the Latin term for pines and the Italian word "mugo" meaning "small mountain pine," Mugo Pine promises both historical depth and aesthetic appeal.

Ideal for a variety of settings, it can be cultivated as a dense multi-stem shrub or mature into a tree reaching up to 25 feet tall and wide. This low-maintenance plant flourishes in full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils. It gracefully tolerates partial shade and urban environments, while demonstrating resistance to deer and supporting moths and other pollinators, enhancing your garden's biodiversity.

Whether used as a foundation plant, a specimen for screening, or in a rock garden, Mugo Pine's elegant shape and evergreen needles provide year-round interest. Its modest cone production in the fall adds to its charm, making it a superb choice for pollinator or winter gardens. With simple annual pruning, you can maintain its compact size, ensuring it remains a highlight in any landscape. Choose Mugo Pine and elevate your garden with its timeless beauty and ecological benefits.