- Botanical name: Pinus mugo 'Winter Gold'
- Common name: Mountain pine
- Family: Pinaceae
- Plant Type: Shrub, Evergreen
Green
- Key features:
- Autumn colour
- Dramatic foliage
Pinus mugo ‘Winter Gold’ is a dwarf pine with golden needle-like leaves, contrasting other evergreens and winter flowering heathers. Spring growth is a dazzling butter yellow. Its slow growth and dense habit make it perfect for growing in pots or the rock garden.
For best results grow Pinus mugo ‘Winter Gold’ in well-drained soil in full sun.
How to grow Pinus 'Winter Gold'
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Plant size
100cm height
50cm spread
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Aspect
South facing, west facing
- Sun exposure: Full sun
- Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy / chalky / alkaline / acidic
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Plant |
J
Do Plant in January |
F
Do not Plant in February |
M
Do Plant in March |
A
Do not Plant in April |
M
Do not Plant in May |
J
Do not Plant in June |
J
Do not Plant in July |
A
Do not Plant in August |
S
Do not Plant in September |
O
Do not Plant in October |
N
Do Plant in November |
D
Do Plant in December |
Pinus 'Winter Gold' and wildlife
Pinus 'Winter Gold' has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Pinus 'Winter Gold' poisonous?
Pinus 'Winter Gold' has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
