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Pinus ponderosa

Ponderosa Pine

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

This evergreen conifer reaches 30-60' tall and 15-30' wide. This Oregon native has a narrow and pyramidal habit that changes to an irregular cylinder shaped, narrow crown. Foliage is light green needles with an airy and open look. Pine cones are reddish-brown to gray-brown, with prickles. This tree does best in full sun with moist, well-draining soil. Established trees are drought tolerant and can survive alkaline soil. This large tree attracts wildlife. It has an open canopy which allows sunlight to stream intermittently to the ground. The preferred cultivar is the Willamette Valley variety.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

Width Range

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch, Seascape, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park, Roadside

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.