swiss stone pine
Pinus cembra
USDA zones4 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size30 to 40 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Foliage color
- Blue, green, white
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral, alkaline
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Swiss stone pine (Pinus cembra) is a slow-growing evergreen tree for specimen planting, winter interest, privacy screens, and accents. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. It grows in a tight column, tolerates salt, and draws birds. Deer tend to pass it by. Give it room to reach its full height.
Pairs well with Royal Star star magnolia, Switchgrass, and Common snowdrop.
Native range
Europe.