Mops Mugo Pine

Pinus mugo 'Mops'

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Pinaceae
Plant Description: This dwarf variety of mugo pine has a dense rounded form that grows no taller than 3-4 feet. It is a slow grower and will take many years to reach its maximum height. The mid to dark green needles are 1-2" long and grow in bundles of two. It tolerates many soil types and does best with moderate water.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Shrub - Evergreen
Plant Care: Shrub - Evergreen (woody multi-stemmed plants that keep their leaves and color during winter): Only minimal pruning is required and mostly to retain a desirable shape. Pruning should be done in early spring. Monitor for pests, diseases or other ailments on a regular basis.

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 3-4' tall x 2-3' wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: No
Localscapes: Foundation Plant, Infill Plant, Perimeter Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Dark Green, Green

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 2 to 7
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs morning sun), Part Sun (4-6 hrs afternoon sun)
Irrigation Requirement:     Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes

Garden Location:

  • Design Path
    • Easy Does It
  • Maintenance Path
    • Outsmart Invaders
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter