Description
Pinus pinea Silver Crest
Pinus pinea Silver Crest is an evergreen selection of the Mediterranean stone pine, valued for its tidy, upright habit when young and long-lived architectural presence. Grow in full sun and well-drained, preferably light sandy or loamy soil, and provide a sheltered, sunny position in cooler regions. Ideal as a statement specimen or for large containers in mild gardens, bringing year-round structure and a distinctive Mediterranean look.
Position: Full sun Rate of Growth: Moderate Soil: Well-drained; light sandy or loamy Hardiness: Hardy in mild areas; shelter from severe frost Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Plant at a Glance
light:sun
facing:south
facing:west
soiltype:light-sandy
soiltype:moderate-fertile
soilmoisture:normal
foliage:evergreen
leafcolour:green
size:5m+
gardenstyle:architectural
