Hornibrookiana austrian pine
Pinus nigra 'Hornibrookiana'
USDA zones4 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall4 to 6 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Broad
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Hornibrookiana' austrian pine (Pinus nigra 'Hornibrookiana') is a tree for borders, specimen planting, accent, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It stays small, with a broad, spreading shape. The evergreen needles give color all year, and birds visit it. It is not a favorite of deer, though hungry deer will eat almost anything.
Pairs well with Standing Ovation little bluestem, Blazing star, and Gladiator ornamental onion.