0098-113 | Arboretum

Austrian Pines

Catalogue A# 0098-113 PL19

GPS 45D 43' 60" N / 108D 37' 3" W

Pinus nigra

Family: Pinaceae

Origin: Europe,Austria to central Italy to the Balkans

Common name: Austrian Pine

Location: Old Pond throughout area

Number in accession: Multiple

Note: Thriving throughout arboretum

This 32 inch Austrian pine provides overall benefits of: $75 every year.

Tree or Plant Type: Tree
       Foliage: Evergreen (foliage year-round)
       Native Locale: Non-native
       Landscape Uses: Screen, Shade tree, Specimen
       Size Range: Large tree (more than 40 feet)
Mature Height: 50-60 feet
Mature Width: 20-40 feet
       Light Exposure: Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily)
       Hardiness Zones: Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5 , Zone 6, Zone 7
       Soil Preference: Dry soil
       Acid Soils: Tolerant
       Alkaline Soils: Tolerant
       Salt Spray: Tolerant
       Soil Salt: Intolerant
       Drought Conditions: Tolerant
       Poor Drainage: Tolerant
       Ornamental Interest: Attractive bark
       Season of Interest: Early winter, Mid winter, Late winter, Early spring, Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall, Late fall
       Flower Color & Fragrance: Inconspicuous
       Shape or Form: Pyramidal
       Growth Rate: Moderate
       Transplants Well: No

CRITIQUE

Due to susceptibility to many diseases and pests, Austrian pines are not recommended for planting anywhere in the Midwest and usually require removal and/or replacement. Species seems to thrive well in Yellowstone County.

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