Pinus Heldreichii Irish Bell

Irish Bell Leucodermis Pine

Pinus heldreichii ‘Irish Bell’
Irish Bell Bosnian Pine gradually develops a broad base beneath a narrower top. Tufts of straight green needles and bright pale sheaths accent the upright branches.

Its compact, bell-like outline gives the garden a sturdy evergreen focal point. Leave space for the lower branches to widen and remain visible as the tree develops.

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water the root zone during establishment and leave room for the branches to develop. A site with cool summers generally suits this pine better than prolonged hot, humid conditions.

Approximate garden size
• Width: 6 ft; larger with age
• Height: 8 ft; larger with age
These are planning estimates for an established garden plant, commonly reached in 10–25 years, rather than final mature limits.

Hardiness
• Hardy to USDA Zone 5; local summer conditions also affect suitability.

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Accent Plant

Plant type

Conifer, Evergreen Tree

Height

8 ft+

Width

6 ft+

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Does not flower

Flower color

None

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright, Pyramidal

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No