{"product_id":"dwarf-mugo-pine-5-gallon-pinus-mugo-var-pumilio","title":"DWARF MUGO PINE (5 gallon) Pinus mugo var. pumilio","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Evergreen with Dense Dark Green Needles and Versatile Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDwarf Mugo Pine is a popular compact evergreen featuring dense branches with dark green needles. This slow-growing, versatile conifer is perfect for rock gardens, mass plantings, mixed groupings with broadleaf plants, and containers, providing year-round structure and color with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense Dark Green Needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Year-round evergreen color and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-growing and easy to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely Cold Hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates temperatures to -45°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for gardens, mass plantings, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize Controlled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily maintained by annual pinching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-10' tall x 4-10' wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow (3-6\" per year)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 2-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen dwarf conifer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Control size by annual pinching of new growth in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for rock gardens, mass plantings, foundation plantings, and containers. Works beautifully in mixed groupings with broadleaf plants, borders, and as accent features. Provides year-round structure and color. Pairs well with perennials, ornamental grasses, and other evergreens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the trunk. Water regularly during establishment. Drought tolerant once established. Fertilize in early spring with an evergreen fertilizer. Control size by pinching new growth (candles) in spring before needles fully expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed planting instructions, visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/needhamsnursery.com\/pages\/proper-planting-directions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProper Planting Directions\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ePricing \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll items are subject to availability. You may contact us via email - mulchpit1@gmail.com or call us at 615-754-7076 to check our current availability. We strive to keep our website prices accurate, but prices are subject to change.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Needham'sNursery","offers":[{"title":"5 gallon","offer_id":46682340622498,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/6424\/8639\/products\/MUGOPINE_af77640a-1fd2-432d-a1c4-9167be8df4c1.jpg?v=1591113803","url":"https:\/\/needhamsnursery.com\/products\/dwarf-mugo-pine-5-gallon-pinus-mugo-var-pumilio","provider":"Needham'sNursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}