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Pinus cembra

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(Arolla Pine or Swiss Stone Pine) Native to the mountainsides of Central and Eastern Europe, Pinus cembra is an ornamental evergreen small to medium sized tree once established, with a dense upright habit.

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Native to the mountainsides of Central and Eastern Europe, Pinus cembra is an ornamental evergreen small to medium sized tree once established, with a dense upright habit. The mature needles are dark grey-green in colour. Established trees develop egg-like cones approx 5 - 6 cm long.

Slow growing and not for instant gratification this grows to be a handsome tree once established. Best in a sunny position with good drainage.


  • Position: Full sun.
  • Soil: Well drained soil. Avoid wet areas prone to waterlogging.
  • Hardiness: Hardy.
  • Rate of Growth: Slow.
  • Habit: Eventually a small to medium sized densely branched, upright tree in the UK.
    • Height: 10 - 12 m (32 - 40 ft)
    • Spread: 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft).

How Much Sun
Full Sun
Eventual Size
Tree - Medium (8m - 15m), Tree - Small (4m - 8m)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Dry/Sandy, Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Alkaline, Site: Windy
Special Features
Evergreen, Habit - Architectural