mugo pine - pinus mugo
Common Name: mugo pine
Scientific Name: Family: Pinaceae Genus: Pinus Species: mugo Hardiness Zone: 2 to 7 Height: 15 to 20 ft Width: 25 to 30 ft Description: The mugo pine can be seen in the landscape of the Minnesota urban environment. These shrubs are used around building foundations and homes. There are numerous dwarf varieties offered in nurseries as well as the natural form. The size of the mugo pine is wholly dependent on the variety. Some will stay very small and compact while other will grow quite large in tree form. When purchasing a mugo pine it is very important to check the size at maturity. |