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Pinus banksiana Uncle Fogy
Uncle Fogy Jack Pine
Staking or pruning this selection will help contain its shape and allow for a very artistic presentation. Creeping, prostrate habit with pendulous, curvy branching.
- » Erratic growth habit
- » Pendulous, curvy branching lends a unique character to this plant
- » Pairs of needles remain green throughout the year
- » A real specimen in a rock garden
6gal
$480.00
B&B in Container
Low Inventory
$525.00
Crate 15 inch
$1,065.00
- Category:Evergreens
- Hardiness Zone:3
- Height:60-80 cm
- Spread:3-4 m
Growth Rate
| • | Medium |
Critter
| • | Deer Resistant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Pinus banksiana 'Uncle Fogy'
The legend is that the name, ‘Uncle Fogy’ is believed to have come from the excessive resin that oozes from the new buds and, presumably, reminding the viewer of a toothless old man who drooled.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus banksiana 'Uncle Fogy'
A unique specimen with its unusual curving and trailing branches providing visual interest over slopes or rocky areas. It can be staked to provide a more varied height. Extremely adaptable, it tolerates heat, cold, dry, sandy, or poor soils.
Ultimate height and spread depend on training.