Name: Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle'
Brand: Pépinière.ca
Availability: OutOfStock

Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle', also known as Bosnian Pine 'Mint Truffle', is an ornamental dwarf conifer remarkable for its compact habit and delicately silvery foliage. This variety forms a small, dense, rounded shrub that fits perfectly into rock gardens, dwarf conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its short, dark green, slightly silvery needles create a subtle and elegant contrast with other plants in the garden, while maintaining their decorative appearance all year round. Over time, the plant develops a regular and structured silhouette that brings a lasting architectural accent to landscape designs. Thanks to its slow growth and great hardiness, this pine is ideal for small gardens or container cultivation. It prefers sunny locations and well-drained soil.

Latin name

Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle'

Common name

Bosnian Pine 'Mint Truffle'

Type

Coniferous

Family

Pinaceae

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone

Zone 4

Exposure

Sun

Watering

Moderate watering

Fertilization

Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.

Soil type

Acidic to slightly acidic, well drained

Minimum temperature

'-40°C

Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period

Not significant

Flower color

Non-ornamental

Fruiting

Small grayish-brown cones typical of pines

Foliage color

Blueish green

Shape

Dwarf

Garden structure

Size and growth

Height

1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 feet)

Width

1.2 m (4 feet)

Growth rate

slow

Pets

Deer

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