Austrian Pine
Pinus nigra ssp. nigra 'Helga'
Pinaceae
Growth habit
Dwarf Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Iseli Nursery
Description
Slow growing rounded form of Austrian pine. 'Helga' has white buds contrasting against green spring needles. Found as a witches broom on a 60 year old Pinus nigra in Germany.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
winter interest, dwarf conifer