Overview
Pinus montezumae var. montezumae is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus montezumae var. montezumae 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 montezumae, known as the Montezuma pine, is a species of conifer in the family Pinaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America, where it is one of many pines known as ocote.
About the genus
A pine is any conifer in the genus Pinus of the family Pinaceae. Pinus is the sole genus in the subfamily Pinoideae. The species are evergreen trees or shrubs with their leaves in bunches, usually of 2 to 5 needles.
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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 montezumae var. montezumae 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 montezumae var. montezumae
- 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 montezumae var. montezumae?
Pinus montezumae var. montezumae prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinus montezumae var. montezumae need?
Pinus montezumae var. montezumae 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 montezumae var. montezumae hardy in the UK?
Pinus montezumae var. montezumae 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 montezumae var. montezumae?
Seed, Grafting.
More in the Pinus genus
- Pinus peuce 'Latgale'Macedonian Pine
- Pinus pinasterMaritime Pine
- Pinus sylvestris 'Edwin Hillier'silver Scots pine
