The Mugho Pine tree, Pinus mugo mughus, may also be
called the dwarf mountain pine. This evergreen
little dwarf conifer has branching, upright stems
evenly covered in 2-inch-long needles of a deep,
dark true green. Thanks to its low growth, mugho
pine can be used at the front of a border or
anywhere you want year-round greenery in conifer
form.
Mugho pine trees do not need special soil. In
nature, it often grows in slightly rocky areas with
shallow topsoil. It does require good drainage.
Roots grow near the surface, so using a cover soil
with a 2-inch-thick mulch to protect them is
recommended. These trees are easily transplanted.
They make a great landscaping evergreen tree because
their shape and size are controllable by shearing.
