Pinus contorta 'Spaan's Dwarf'

Spaan's Dwarf Shore Pine

Pinus contorta ‘Spaan’s Dwarf’
Spaan’s Dwarf Shore Pine combines short dark green needles with a sturdy, irregular branch structure. The closely spaced foliage outlines the stems without hiding all of their character.

Growth is slow, and the plant develops an increasingly sculptural appearance with age. It suits a rock garden or a large container where its unusual framework can be appreciated.

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water the root zone during establishment and leave room for the branches to develop.

Approximate garden size
• Width: 3 ft; larger with age
• Height: 4 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
• Rock Garden
• Container
• Specimen

Plant type

Conifer, Dwarf Conifer, Evergreen Shrub

Height

4 ft+

Width

3 ft+

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Does not flower

Flower color

None

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Rock Garden, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright, irregular

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No