| Botanical name | Pinus pinea |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Frost Hardy Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage.  Low Watering Low Watering – Requires Little Water.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Common name(s) | Stone pine |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | This tree bears stiff, grey-green needles. |
| Uses in landscape design | Coastal |
| Drought tolerance | High |
| Uses | Small potted versions of the Pinus pinea make excellent Christmas trees. Uses:: Cullinary: yes Medicinal: Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: Other Uses: Part Used: Attracts: Features: |
| Cone bearing | This tree carries chestnut-brown cones with edible seeds (pine nuts). |
Pinus pinea (Stone pine)
- Botanical name: Pinus pinea
- Common name(s): Stone pine
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
A large conifer with a rounded crown. Bears stiff, grey-green needles and chestnut-brown cones with edible seeds (pine nuts). Drought tolerant once established. Small potted versions make excellent Christmas trees. A good coastal tree.
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Botanical Pronunciation: PIE-nus pie-NEE-uh
Pinus pinea requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
This tree bears stiff, grey-green needles.
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