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Jeffrey pine is an imposing tree with a conical crown and matt bluish green needles, in bunches of three, that are up to 20cm long and spiny. Related and similar to Pinus ponderosa but with less prickley cones. The resin is scented allegedly of vanilla/lemon/apple or honeysuckle. Tolerates cold and dry and high altitudes.
Pinus jeffreyi
Common name: Jeffrey Pine.
Native: South-western USA.
Provenance: USA
Size and spread (10 years): 2.5m
Treatment required: Requires pre chill.
Seeds / kg: 6747
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Tolerates light sandy soils but not chalk.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 25m
| Weight | 5.00 g |
|---|---|
| Genus | Pinus |
| Size | Mini Seed Pack (10 seeds approx.), Seed Pack (35 seeds approx.) |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | evergreen |
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