Discover the resilient and versatile Mountain Pine or Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo), a distinctive high-altitude European pine tree. Primarily found in the elevations of 1,000m to 2,200m in the picturesque landscapes of the Pyrenees, Alps, Erzgebirge, Carpathians, northern Apennines, and the Balkan Peninsula, this species can surprisingly also thrive as low as 650 ft in Germany and Poland, and as high as 8,800 ft in Bulgaria or the Pyrenees. They typically grow 6-20 ft tall. Noted for its durability, the Mugo Pine can endure the poorest of soils, droughts, and even strong winds, making it a fantastic choice for coastal area plantings. Transplanting is a breeze with this pine, unlike most other pine species, and as a naturally outbreeding plant, it freely hybridizes with members of its genus. Use it as a small tree or shrub in your garden, or let it stand out in larger pots and planters. It's not just a sight to behold either; emerging culinary uses are seeing the Mugo Pine's buds and young cones turned into a unique pine syrup. Learn more about this fascinating plant and add a little European charm to your surroundings.