Pinus contorta 'Chief Joseph' (Shore Pine)
Lodgepole Pine 'Chief Joseph', Beach Pine 'Chief Joseph', Shore Pine 'Chief Joseph', Twisted-Branch Pine 'Chief Joseph'
Noted for its stunning winter foliage, Pinus contorta 'Chief Joseph' (Shore Pine) is a dwarf evergreen conifer of irregular, upright habit. Light yellow-green in spring and summer, its needles turn brilliant gold in the fall and winter months as temperatures drop - when most color fades from the garden. Slow-growing, 6-8 in. per year (15-20 cm), it is a terrific accent specimen adding brightness to the dull winter landscape.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 6-20 ft. tall (180-600 cm) and 4-6 ft. wide (120-180 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in acid or neutral, well-drained soils.
- No pruning is required.
- Keep an eye out for adelgids, aphids, sawflies, pine shoot moth, and pine needle cast.
- Propagate by grafting.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 6
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A3 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Pinus - Pines |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 6' – 20' (180cm – 6m) |
Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 60" – 72" (150cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 6
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A3 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Pinus - Pines |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 6' – 20' (180cm – 6m) |
Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 60" – 72" (150cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |