0










Close
6 / 6
Pinus halepensis Brutia (Calabrian Pine seed) Sheffield's Seed Co., Inc.

Pinus halepensis

var. brutia

Brutia Pine, Calabrian Pine, East Mediterranean Pine, Turkish Pine

In Stock: 4.159 lb (Total:4.159lb)
  • Pinus halepensis Brutia

    All items have bulk rates priced in
select i.*, substring_index(group_concat(distinct pa.country order by rsi.date_added desc),',',-1) as source_country from inventory_item_manage i left outer join sheffields_2017.receiving_shipments_item_has_inventory_item hrsi on i.id = hrsi.inventory_item_id left outer join sheffields_2017.receiving_shipments_item rsi on rsi.id = hrsi.receiving_shipments_item_id left outer join sheffields_2017.po on rsi.po_id = po.id left outer join sheffields_2017.po_address pa on pa.po_id = po.id where i.inventory_id = '1009' group by i.id

Buying options

4.16 lb

Details

Germination:
91%
Germination test:
cut
Purity:
99%
Seeds per lb:
10,449
Quantity:
4.16 lb
Collected in:
Turkey
Crop year:
2022
Min. hardiness zone:
8
Item ID:
1832091

No Export to These Countries

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, United Kingdom

Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Introducing the Pinus halepensis var. brutia, also known as the Brutia Pine, Calabrian Pine, East Mediterranean Pine, or Turkish Pine. This medium-size tree reaches impressive heights of 20-35 meters, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 meter. Exceptionally, it can grow up to 2 meters in diameter. The bark is a striking orange-red color, thick and deeply fissured at the base of the trunk, and thin and flaky in the upper crown.

The leaves, or 'needles', grow in pairs and are slender, mostly measuring 10-16 cm in length. They feature a bright green to slightly yellowish-green hue. Native to the eastern Mediterranean region, the Turkish Pine primarily thrives in Turkey, but its range extends to various other regions such as Greece, Crimea, Iran, Georgia, Azerbaijan, northern Iraq, western Syria, Israel, Lebanon, and Cyprus. It mainly occurs at low altitudes, ranging from sea level to 600 meters, or up to 1,200 meters in the southern areas of its range.

The Turkish Pine, also referred to as the Calabrian Pine, East Mediterranean Pine, and Brutia Pine, is a popular choice for timber production. It is extensively planted not only within its native area, where it holds great importance in forestry, but also across the Mediterranean region, stretching as far east as Pakistan.

Furthermore, this magnificent tree has gained popularity as an ornamental choice for hot and dry regions. Its heat and drought tolerance make it an excellent option for parks and gardens in areas such as southern California, Arizona, southern Nevada, and west and central Texas in the United States. With its stiffer and darker green needles measuring 4-6 inches, it adds a touch of elegance to any landscape.

Pinus brutia holds great historical significance as well. It was the species of the iconic "Lone Pine," a prominent landmark tree during an ANZAC First World War battle at Gallipoli. Cones from this battlefield were brought back to Australia as living memorials, symbolizing resilience and remembrance.

Notably, Turkish Pine is also a host to the sap-sucking aphid Marchalina hellenica. While it does not cause significant damage to the tree, its sugar secretion, known as honeydew, is collected by honeybees to create a uniquely flavored honey called "pine honey" with reputed medicinal benefits.

Appreciated for its strength, beauty, and adaptability, Pinus halepensis var. brutia continues to captivate both nature enthusiasts and forestry experts alike. Whether you seek a majestic addition to your garden or a reliable timber source, this remarkable tree is sure to impress.

You might also like

Pinus canariensis

Pinus canariensis

Canary Island Pine, Canary Pine

Pinus eldarica

Pinus eldarica

Afghan Pine, Desert Pine, Eldarica Pine, Elder Pine, Lone Star Christmas Tree, Mondell Pine

Pinus halepensis

Pinus halepensis

Aleppo Pine, Jerusalem Pine

Pinus radiata New Zealand

Pinus radiata New Zealand

Insignis Pine, Monterey Pine, Radiata Pine

(315) 497-1058
269 NY-34 Locke NY 13092
seed@sheffields.com

HOME - logo

Find us on: