Monterey Pine
Pinus Radiata
Overview
The Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) is a fast-growing evergreen, reaching up to 100 feet in height with a spread of about 20-30 feet. Favored for its adaptability, it thrives in coastal environments with full sun. It boasts a pyramidal shape when young, becoming more irregular with age. Its dark green needles, 4-6 inches long, grow in clusters of three, and its cones are 3-6 inches in length. Ideal for windbreaks and large scale landscapes.
Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 8–10Type Conifer, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Low
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Conifer, Tree
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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