Austrian pine
Pinus nigra subsp. laricio 'Globosa Viridis'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
2 - 8
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Austrian pine (Pinus nigra subsp. laricio 'Globosa Viridis') usually does well with an occasional deep watering. During the summer months, water when the top inch of soil is dry, and in winter, water when the soil is completely dry. Take care to water at the base of the plant rather than watering from above. Doing this will help keep the needles from becoming too wet. When watering, saturate the soil with 2 to 3 gallons of water per tree. This will help to encourage deep root growth.
sunlight
Austrian pine (Pinus nigra subsp. laricio 'Globosa Viridis') grows best in full sun, meaning it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It is important to find an area for the tree that receives an abundance of sunlight throughout the entire day. Austraian pine thrives in morning sun and light shade during the afternoon when temperatures may be higher. During the summer months, temperatures can range from low to high, but the tree should receive direct sun in the mornings and partial shade or indirect sunlight during the afternoon. During cooler months, the tree should receive full sun all day.
pruning
The Austrian pine (Pinus nigra subsp. laricio 'Globosa Viridis') should be pruned each year. The best times for pruning are late winter and early spring before new growth begins. Prune to shape the tree, remove any dead or damaged branches, and any overcrowded areas. Be sure to keep a clean look by effectively thinning out the inner branches of the tree. It’s important to make clean pruning cuts, cutting just outside the branch collar. Prune heavily if needed to maintain the desired size and shape of the tree.
