Overview
Pinus lambertiana is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus lambertiana 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 lambertiana is the tallest and most massive pine tree and has among the longest cones of any conifer. It is native to coastal and inland mountain areas along the Pacific coast of North America, as far north as Oregon and as far south as Baja California in Mexico.
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 lambertiana 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 lambertiana
- 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 lambertiana?
Pinus lambertiana prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinus lambertiana need?
Pinus lambertiana 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 lambertiana hardy in the UK?
Pinus lambertiana 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 lambertiana?
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
