Creeping Scots Pine

Pinus sylvestris 'Hillside Creeper' Pinaceae

Growth habit

Shrub/Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Conifer Slope

Source of plant

Iseli Nursery, Dilworth Nursery

Description

A prostrate form that does not exceed 50 cm in height. "A strong growing, groundcovering pine creating a beautiful spreading and undulating look. The medium green color turns a lighter shade of green in winter. Seedling selection of Layne Ziegenfus of Hillside Gardens, Lehighton, PA." Grows more than 12" per year, and will become more than 15' across in 10-15 years. (Iseli Nursery Catalog, 1998)

USDA Hardiness Zone

2

Special characteristics

growth habit, winter interest, leaf color, large conifer