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Pinus sylvestris 'Nana'

Scotch Pine

Nana Scots Pine is a small evergreen selection with closely packed branches and short, upward-pointing shoots. Blue-green needles give its dense outline color throughout the year. Oregon State describes a height of about 20 inches.

Choose a sunny site with good drainage. Its small stature can suit the front of a conifer planting or a rock garden. Avoid assuming that the height reference establishes its eventual spread.

Plant type
Conifer, Dwarf Conifer
Height
20 in
Width
2-3'
Hardiness zones
3–7
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Very Slow
Leaf color
Blue-green
Fall color
Blue Green
Soil
Acidic, Well Drained
Landscape use
Border, Rock Garden
Shape
Dense, Dwarf
Bark
Platy
Fruit
Yes
Fragrant
No
Deer resistant
Yes
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
No