Overview
Pinus heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' 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 heldreichii, the Bosnian pine or Heldreich's pine, is a species of pine native to mountainous regions of Southeast Europe and, to lesser extent, mountainous southern Italian Peninsula.
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 heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' 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 heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme'
- 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 heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme'?
Pinus heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinus heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' need?
Pinus heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' 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 heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' hardy in the UK?
Pinus heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme' 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 heldreichii 'Dolce Dorme'?
Seed, Grafting.
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