Pinus mugo 'KRAUSKOPF' dwarf mountain pine
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
0,5-1,5m
usual width
0,5-1,5m
leaves
evergreen conifer
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full sun
USDA zone (lowest)
3 (down to -40°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Mountain pines and dwarf pines are common conifers of our gardens. Their limited size and dense habit is often welcome in less spacious areas.
Description of the plant:
Krauskopf must be a German variety of mountain pine – its name is from German language and means ’curly head’. Good to know because it is true. This mugo pine makes slightly curved needles up to 6.5 cm long. They are fresh green, borne in pairs. Krauskopf is slow growing, forming a somewhat rounded head with flattened top with age. The habit is not too regular and can be clipped in spring to reach a neater shape. Mountain pines are ideal for larger rockeries, small gardens or even containers on patios, and look great when surrounded by white sand or pebbles. They can be kept smaller by reducing the size of new shoots in mid spring. Pines need full sun and well-drained soil that will not be too alkaline, no fertilizing required. Fully hardy to about -40°C (USDA zone 3).
Last update 19-02-2012
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