Bristlecone Pine
Pinus aristata
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Evergreen Tree
Plant Family: Pinaceae
Plant Description: This bristlecone pine is a Rocky Mountain native. 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: No
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
