Pinus contorta var. latifolia

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Pinus contorta var. latifoliaPinus contorta

var. latifolia

Interior Lodgepole Pine, Rocky Mountain Lodgepole Pine

Pinus contorta var. latifolia

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Details

Min. hardiness zone:

3

Characteristics

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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: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Discover the majestic Pinus contorta var. latifolia, commonly known as Interior Lodgepole Pine or Rocky Mountain Lodgepole Pine, a resilient and striking conifer that graces landscapes from interior Alaska to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. This evergreen tree, reaching heights of up to 110 feet, is characterized by its columnar form in dense stands, presenting a unique natural architecture that can be challenging to traverse due to its persistent, non-pruning branches. Its rugged reddish-brown bark and twisted, yellow-green needle bundles are a nod to both beauty and endurance. With its hardy nature in USDA Zone 3, Lodgepole Pine thrives in demanding climates, often contributing to post-fire regeneration due to its serotinous cones that release seeds in response to heat, yet it can also reproduce independently of fire events. Renowned for its historical significance to native peoples in crafting structures, Lodgepole Pine’s adaptability and wide distribution underscore its ecological and cultural importance. Let its storied legacy and robust adaptability anchor your green spaces.

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