Description
Pinus mugo ‘Varella’ is a cultivar of the Swiss Mountain Pine (Pinus mugo), a species of pine tree that is native to the mountains of Europe. The cultivar is known for its slow growth habit and compact size, making it a popular choice for small gardens, rock gardens, and alpine gardens. Pinus mugo ‘Varella’ typically reaches a height of 1.5m meters, and a width of 2 meters at maturity. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It’s hardy and can tolerate cold temperatures and heavy snowfall. This cultivar is also known for its dense, dark green needles, which give it an attractive look throughout the year.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Pine Varella
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Pinus mugo Varella can grow to a height of 1m and a spread of 2m.
- Did You Know That:Pinus mugo is also tolerant of air pollution and salt, making it a great choice for urban gardens?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Pinus mugo Varella prefers soil with good drainage and does not tolerate standing water. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Pinus mugo Varella can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Pinus mugo Varella is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Pinus mugo Varella can have problems with aphids, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is not considered to be toxic.
