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Latin Name: Pinus aristata
Forestart Reference: PIARI1
Aristata is a large shrub or small tree with leaves in groups of 5 which are flecked with white resin. It has slender bristle like cones. Common name: Bristlecone Pine.
Native: Rockies, USA
Provenance: New Mexico.
Size and spread (10 years): 1.8m
Treatment required: Requires pre chill.
Germinal seeds / kg: 40000
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Most soils except for shallow chalks.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 10m
Availability: In stock now