Zone 4-7

Sometimes called Hickory Pine or Foxtail Pine. This pine rarely grows over 20 feet. This tree is a dwarf, growing very slowly, 1 to 2 inches per year. A 16 year old plant being only 4 feet tall. Its dark bluish-green needles, 5 in a bundle, are usually less than 1 1/2 inches long. It is picturesque, due to its dwarfed, rather twisted growth habit. It grows largest in Arizona, occassionally reaching 50 feet. Some specimens in Arizona have been estimated to be 4,000 years old. Does well in all climates and most soils, and all elevations, from sea level to 12,000 feet. Holds needles for 20 years. Likes ordinary to poor soil, good drainage. A unique specimen in a garden or island planting. Excellent bonsai subject.