Southwestern White Pine

Pinus strobiformis

Cultivars: 'Compacta'

Southwestern white pine is a soft-needled evergreen valued for its graceful form and blue-green needles. It develops a pyramidal shape with layered branching and works well as a specimen tree in Rocky Mountain landscapes. Its softer texture contrasts nicely with stiffer conifers and provides visual interest year-round.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Color
Blue-green evergreen
Flower Color
Inconspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Fall Color
Evergreen
Height
30-50'
Width
20-30'
Water Use
Low-medium
Care Instructions

It prefers full sun and well-drained soils with moderate moisture during establishment. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant. Winter protection is generally not required. Pruning needs are minimal and mostly structural when young.