Botanical Name: Pinus coulteri
Common Name: Coulter pine
Type of Plant: conifer: tree
Character evergreen
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape erect, single-trunked, with sturdy spreading branches forming a pyramidal dense canopy which broadens with age; sometimes develops 2-3 leaders
Height 30'-60'(80')
Spread 1/2-2/3
Growth Rate moderate-fast
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoors full sun
Soil tolerates most-prefers drier well-draining soils
Hardiness hardy (zones2-23); thrives in warm sunny inland habitats
 
Morphology:
Leaves needles: 3 per fascicle, 6"-10"(12") long, dark green (slightly grayish) thick
Flowers inconspicuous
Fruit female cone: massive, 10"-20" long, heavy, with stiff projecting tan bracts
 
Propagation:
seed
 
Usage:
a large-scale vertical accent tree, valued for its rugged appearance; excellent for slopes, dry areas; suitable for informal, large-area landscapes
 
Landscape Care:
Watering occasional deep soak; becomes drought tolerant after established
Fertilizing little is required
Pruning very little, unless access under canopy is needed
Pests/Diseases relatively free
Special Conditions/Other
 
Origin: Southern California mountains
Family: Pinaceae

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