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Pinus halepensis

Allepo Pine

Plant photo of: Pinus halepensis
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Frommer/Sortomme

 

Description

The Pinus halepensis exhibits moderate growth to 30' or more, with an open, irregular crown. The long needles are doubled and light green in color, with a length of 2.5"- 4" long. Pines are highly combustible plants.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.

By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.