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Pinus patula

Jelecote Pine, Mexican Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Jacobs/Chan

 

Description

The Pinus patula is fast-growing to a height betwen 40-80'. It has a symmetrical pyramid with widely spaced branch tiers. The long, shiny green needles are in 3's, and are 12" in length.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Yellow Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.