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Morris Blue Korean Pine

Scientific name: Pinus koraiensis 'Morris Blue'
Taxonomy
Family:Pineacea
Type:Coniferous trees
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:3 to 9
Sun:Full sun
Plant Characteristics
Height:30 ft
Width:10 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Description:
A native of Korean, Japan, and the Russian far east. Columnar growth habit when young, pyramidal when older. Generally older plants have a dense habit with branches that extend nearly to the ground.

  Morphology:
Needles are blue green with a distinct curve. They are arranged in bundles of 5. Needles have a soft texture.

  Adaptation:
Prefers well drained sites, acidic soils, and even soil moisture during the summer months.

  Pests:
Pest free on the west coast.
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