About

Diselma archeri, the dwarf pine, is a compact, slow-growing, evergreen conifer from the mountains of Tasmania forming a dense, rounded or spreading shrub with closely overlapping, scale-like, grey-green leaves. Tiny male and female cones are borne on separate plants. A choice and ornamental dwarf conifer for a cool, moist, sunny rock garden or raised bed.

About the genus

Diselma is a monotypic genus of compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer native to the mountains of Tasmania, forming a dense shrub with closely overlapping, scale-like, grey-green leaves. A choice and ornamental plant for cool, moist gardens.

Growing conditions

SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5

Plant details

Plant typeShrubs, Conifers
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesRock garden
Native toW Tasmania

Care notes

CultivationGrows best in a moist, well-drained soil in cool locations
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or by semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free