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Pinaceae
Trees and shrubs
Mountain Pine 'Valley Cushion'
Hardiness
Zone 2
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Family
Pinaceae
Pinus mugo 'Valley Cushion', known as 'Valley Cushion' Mugho pine, is a very compact dwarf conifer valued for its dense cushion-like habit and excellent hardiness. This variety forms a small, rounded, very tight shrub that adds structured texture to rockeries, dwarf conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its short, dark green needles create dense, uniform foliage that remains ornamental all year round. Thanks to its very slow growth, it retains its natural shape for a long time without requiring extensive pruning. This characteristic makes it an excellent plant for small gardens, borders, or container cultivation. Very hardy and undemanding, this pine toler tolerates poor soils, windy conditions, and cold climates well, provided the soil is well-drained and the location is sunny.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorDark green
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall grayish-brown cones typical of pines
Maximum height2 ft (60 cm)
Maximum width90 cm (3 ft)
Growth rateSlow
Hardiness zoneZone 2
Minimum temperature-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
