Bristlecone Pine
Pinus aristata
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Evergreen Tree
Plant Family: Pinaceae
Plant Description: Bristlecone Pine is the oldest living tree species and native to the Great Basin area. Very slow growth means that trees may live for several hundred years. Short dark green needles emerge in a bristly, bottlebrush-like manner from the branches. An excellent specimen for any yard. Will grow more rapidly with additional moisture, but very hardy and very drought tolerant.
Maintenance:
Maintenance Type: Tree - Evergreen
Plant Care: Tree - Evergreen (single-stemmed woody plants that keep their leaves during winter): Light pruning is required to maintain desired shape and to avoid branching problems such as double-leader stems. Evergreen trees can be difficult to establish. Adequate winter moisture is critical for the first 2-3 years until the roots establish. If there is a dry winter check the root ball with your finger for moisture before watering. Monitor for pests and diseases.
Plant Attributes:
Mature Size: 20-40' tall and wide
Utah Native: Yes
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: No
Localscapes: Tree, Perimeter Plant
Foliage Interest: Yes
Foliage Colors: Dark Green, Green
Growing Conditions:
Hardiness Zone: 4 to 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)
Irrigation Requirement: 
Very Low (Water to Establish)
Very Low (Water to Establish)
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
Garden Location:
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Commercial Concepts
- Education Center Plaza
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Design Path
- Easy Does It
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Irrigation Path
- Fragrance Garden
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Spring -
Summer -
Fall -
Winter
