MUGO PINE

Plant Name: Mugo Pine
Scientific Name: Pinus mugo ‘Mugo’ — Mugo Pine, Mugho Pine, Mountain Pine
Mature Height: 2–4 ft
Mature Spread: 4–6 ft
Growth Rate: Slow (2–6 in/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, medium to dark green needles in pairs, evergreen
Fall Color: Remains dark green
Flower Color: Inconspicuous
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruit: Small, oval, brown cones, ~1–2 in. long
Hardiness Zones: 2–7 (−50°F to 0°F)
Features: Compact, low-growing evergreen; extremely cold hardy; dense branching; drought tolerant once established; excellent for rock gardens, borders, foundation plantings, and smaller landscapes
Additional Facts: Mugo Pine naturally forms a dense, spreading mound and is commonly maintained as a compact landscape evergreen. Size varies considerably among cultivars, but the typical compact form remains much smaller than tree-form pines.