West Texas Nursery
Afghanistan Pine - Container
Afghanistan Pine - Container
Regular price
$65.00 USD
Regular price
Sale price
$65.00 USD
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(for 25 seedlings)
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Fast growing pine best adapted to arid zones and alkaline soils. An excellent choice for windbreaks as it retains branches to the ground.
| Latin Name | Pinus eldarica |
| Tree Size | Large (35-50 feet) |
|
Hardiness |
Texas Zones 7-9 |
| Leaf Type | Evergreen |
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| Soil Needs | Requires well-drained, dry sites |
| Tolerances | Drought; alkaline soils |
| Features | Soft, green needles form a dense canopy |
| Problems | Pine tip moth can kill new shoots and alter tree shape, if not treated; will not tolerate wet sites |
| Comments | Fast-growing pine suitable for alkaline soils; good for windbreaks or as a Christmas tree |
