A true dwarf Mugo Pine forming a green compact mound.
Pronunciation
(PIE-nus)(MU-go)
Plant Type
All Plants, Shrubs Coniferous
Hardiness Zone
4
Sunlight
full
Moisture
average
Soil & Site
average
Leaves
green needles
Dimensions
3 by 4 feet (HS), compact mound
Maintenance
The best way to keep this conifer to size is annual pruning. This is accomplished by pruning back the new growth called candles. Since this is a slow growing cultivar pruning can be on longer cycles or never needed.
Cultivar Origin
Discovered in the 1950’s by Andy Sherwood.
Notes & Reference
#201-Isles Nursery web site (www.iselinursery.com)