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0Pinus mugo
- Common name
- Mountain pine
- Taxonomy
- Family: Pinaceae · Genus: Pinus
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Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Watermedium
Lightfull sun
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature-35 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Pinus tip: On bonsai, pinch the spring “candles” to control branch length.
Mountain pine – what to know
Mountain pine (Pinus mugo) – family: Pinaceae, genus: Pinus. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: medium; min. -35 °C. There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Mountain pine?
Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does Mountain pine need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Mountain pine get?
Frost-hardy to about -35 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.
Is Mountain pine toxic to cats and dogs?
There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.
When does Mountain pine flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Pinus: Typical flowering time: April, May.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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