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Pinus flexilis
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Pine, Limber Pinus flexilis Category: evergreen tree Size: medium Mature Size: 30-45' x 25-30' Zone: 2 Growth Rate: moderate Foliage: 2.5 to 3.5 " long, dark blue/green needles Elevation (if known): To 11,000' Water: Prefers moist, well-drained soil but will adapt to harsher sites. Once established, drought tolerant. Soil : Tolerates clay. Sun: Full to part shade Comments: So named due to flexible nature of branches. One of the most tolerant of cold, windy weather in the winter and is not cold damaged when most other Pines show needle browning. One of 5 native Colorado pines. Warnings: Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? yes Street Tree? no Street Tree Conditions: CO/NM native? yes Native to: North America Known Locations: Information Sources: Alamosa Tree Board; S Group of State Foresters |