Bristlecone Pine
Pinus aristata
Pinaceae
Growth habit
Shrub/Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Mts. of CO, N. NM, N. AZ, NV & E. CA
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Edgewood Nursery, Forestfarm Nursery, Horticultural Associates, Coeur d'Alene Nursery, Treehaven Evergreen Nursery, Willis Henderson, Weston Nurseries
Description
Dwarf, shrubby and picturesque, reaching 8' to 20' in height with an irregular spread. Needles dark green with white-resinous exudations which give the needles a bluish-white cast.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
growth habit, winter interest