Pinus torreyana
Torrey Pine
Description
This broad evergreen can reach a height of 80' if it grows straight. Better growth results from life on the coast, from which the sea winds promote a broad, open, irregular habit. While tolerant of both heat and drought, the tree reacts best with moisture and slight exposure to fog. Pines are highly combustible plants.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.