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Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine
Pinus mugo 'Sherwood Compact'
Pronunciation: PY-nus MEW-goh
SKU #04963
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing, compact mound; reaches only 2 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A truly dwarf mugo pine, with a wonderful dense habit and rounded, upright shape. Small, densely-needled stems accented in winter by golden tips and shiny whitish fascicles, giving the plant a radiant look. This slow growing evergreen requires no pruning to maintain its neat form. Perfect for use in containers or rock gardens. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| 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 | A truly dwarf mugo pine, with a wonderful dense habit and rounded, upright shape. Small, densely-needled stems accented in winter by golden tips and shiny whitish fascicles, giving the plant a radiant look. This slow growing evergreen requires no pruning to maintain its neat form. Perfect for use in containers or rock gardens. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| 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 Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine evergreen or deciduous?
Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine?
Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine is Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form.
Is Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine grow?
Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine in my landscape?
Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color is the foliage of Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine?
Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine?
Good companion plants for Sherwood Compact Mugo Pine include: Japanese Maple (Acer); Winterberry (Ilex); Switch Grass (Panicum); Dogwood (Cornus); Barberry (Berberis).
How do I care for Sherwood Compact 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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.