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Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine
Pinus mugo 'Carsten's Wintergold'
Pronunciation: PY-nus MEW-goh
SKU #04869
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 ft wide, in 10 years.
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| Description | One of the finest of the gold-hued pines, on a dwarf form! Short, densely arranged evergreen needles are an attractive green in spring and summer, turning to a rich gold tone as cold weather arrives. Most intense color in colder climates. Creates a bold statement as a specimen in smaller gardens, or in groupings in larger landscapes. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Design Ideas | Use in modern minimalist planting schemes and in gardens designed to evoke the oriental tradition. |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Winterberry (Ilex); Switch Grass (Panicum); Dogwood (Cornus); Barberry (Berberis) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in enriched, loamy and well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune only to remove old, damaged or dead branches. |
Details
| Description | One of the finest of the gold-hued pines, on a dwarf form! Short, densely arranged evergreen needles are an attractive green in spring and summer, turning to a rich gold tone as cold weather arrives. Most intense color in colder climates. Creates a bold statement as a specimen in smaller gardens, or in groupings in larger landscapes. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Design Ideas | Use in modern minimalist planting schemes and in gardens designed to evoke the oriental tradition. |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Winterberry (Ilex); Switch Grass (Panicum); Dogwood (Cornus); Barberry (Berberis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in enriched, loamy and well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune only to remove old, damaged or dead branches. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine evergreen or deciduous?
Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine?
Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine grow?
Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine in my landscape?
Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine is suitable for: Border, Container.
How can I use Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine in my garden design?
Use in modern minimalist planting schemes and in gardens designed to evoke the oriental tradition.
What color is the foliage of Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine?
Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine has Multicolored foliage.
What plants grow well with Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine?
Good companion plants for Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine include: Japanese Maple (Acer); Winterberry (Ilex); Switch Grass (Panicum); Dogwood (Cornus); Barberry (Berberis).
How do I care for Carsten's Wintergold Mugo Pine?
Grows easily in enriched, loamy and well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune only to remove old, damaged or dead branches.
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