Overview
Pinus contorta 'Compacta' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus contorta 'Compacta' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, wildlife gardens, low maintenance and hedging and screens.
About
Pinus contorta 'Compacta' is a cultivar of the Pinus genus, which includes both shrubs and large evergreen trees with needle-like leaves in clusters. This particular cultivar has a columnar upright habit and evergreen foliage, making it suitable for various garden settings. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and is hardy to UK zone H7. 'Compacta' is adaptable to different soil pH levels and can be used effectively in coastal areas, wildlife gardens, and as low-maintenance hedging or screening.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pinus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Pinus contorta 'Compacta' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pinus contorta 'Compacta'
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Adelgids, Conifer aphid, Sawfly larvae, Pine shoot moth
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Needle cast diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pinus contorta 'Compacta'?
Pinus contorta 'Compacta' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinus contorta 'Compacta' need?
Pinus contorta 'Compacta' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pinus contorta 'Compacta' hardy in the UK?
Pinus contorta 'Compacta' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Pinus contorta 'Compacta'?
Seed, Grafting.
More in the Pinus genus
- Pinus albicauliswhite-bark pine
- Pinus aristata 'Doc'
- Pinus attenuataknobcone pine
- Pinus ayacahuiteMexican white pine
- Pinus banksiana 'Chippewa'
- Pinus bhutanicaEast Bhutan pine
- Pinus californiarumCalifornia single-leaf pinyon
- Pinus cembroidespinyon pine
