Pinus heldreichii Compacta

Bosnian pine

  • Evergreen tree
  • Dwarf form
  • Compact and slow to grow
  • Thick, dark green needles

This evergreen, introduced in 1964 and a winner of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society, is prized for its compact, dense, and rounded to conical shape. It features long, lustrous, deep green needles that create a lush, attractive appearance. Slow-growing and highly resistant to diseases and pests, it thrives in sunny locations, making it a reliable and visually striking addition to gardens, even smaller ones.

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Attributes
• Container
• Evergreen
• Rock Garden
Foliage Color
• Green
Maintenance and Care
• Low Maintenance
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Winter
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Compact
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus heldreichii Compacta

Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, including sandy and clay. Performs best in well-drained soils. Thrives in full sun. Pruning is not required.