BOSNIAN PINE

Plant Name: Bosnian Pine
Scientific Name: Pinus heldreichii — Bosnian Pine, Bosnian White Pine
Mature Height: 40–60 ft
Mature Spread: 15–25 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate (1–2 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Low to moderate; ~5–10 gal/week while establishing, then ~10–15 gal every 14–21 days once established; increase during extreme heat
Foliage: Dense, dark green, stiff needles in pairs, evergreen
Fall Color: Remains dark green
Flower Color: Inconspicuous; yellow male pollen cones and reddish female cones
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruit: Egg-shaped, dark brown cones, ~2–4 in. long
Hardiness Zones: 4–8 (−30°F to 20°F)
Features: Extremely cold hardy; drought tolerant once established; dense evergreen foliage; slow to moderate growth; long-lived; excellent specimen tree; well suited to mountainous landscapes
Additional Facts: Bosnian Pine is native to the Balkan Mountains of southeastern Europe and naturally grows at high elevations. It is exceptionally tolerant of cold, wind, drought, and poor rocky soils and can develop a distinctive broad, irregular crown with age.