Overview:
Categories: Evergreen, Proven Performer, Wildlife Value, Windbreak
Image courtesy of Dave Powell, USDA Forest Service (retired), Bugwood.org
Tall evergreen tree with potential to reach up to 100 ft., in height, the Pondersoa pine’s adaptability and drought tolerance makes it an excellent windbreak species and it has consistently been a proven performer in our area.
Moderately slow growing, but very long lived, and thrives in areas where the Colorado Blue Spruce struggles or will not work.
Use in central row or leeward rows of multi-row windbreaks. Can also be used in single, or high density twin row windbreaks as well.
High in wildlife value, it provides food & cover for small birds, animals, and may be browsed by deer, but is not a preferred forage.
If you’re looking for a multiple of returns on your investment, from a species that loves our area, choose the Ponderosa Pine.
Features:
Scientfic Name: Pinus ponderosaNative: Yes
Growth Habit: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Max. Height (ft): 100
Max Width/Spread (ft): 60
Life Span: Very Long
Cold Hardiness: Excellent
Drought Resistance: Excellent
Elevation Range: 9000
Soil Conditions:
Wildlife Value: High
Wildlife Notes: Song and ground birds, small mammals, browsers
Seasonal Color: evergreen
Possible Insect Issues: sawflies, bark beetle, tip moth
Possible Disease Issues: westrn gall rust, dwarf mistletoe, shoestring root rot
Miscellany:
Ordering Information:
Our annual tree program is now closed to orders. It will re-open for orders in Winter of 2024-25.
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Large Tree Sales are Closed
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*Trees purchased through our programs cannot be resold, are intended for conservation efforts, and not for ornamental-only landscaping projects. We do not ship orders at this time. Other conditions may apply, dependent upon the program products you choose to purchase. For full details, visit our Tree Program, Shipping, Payment & Returns and Terms & Conditions pages for more information.
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