Afghan Pine

Pinus Eldarica

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Overview

Afghan Pine (Pinus eldarica), a resilient evergreen conifer, thrives in arid climates, reaching 30-50 ft in height with a 20-30 ft spread. Characterized by a conical shape, dense needle clusters, and robust branches, it's ideal for windbreaks or privacy. Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun and minimal water once established, offering year-round greenery and shade. USDA Zones 6-10.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–10Climate Temperate

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — a resilient evergreen conifer

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — a resilient evergreen conifer

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — Characterized by a conical shape

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — it's ideal for windbreaks or privacy

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — Adaptable to various soils

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — it requires full sun and minimal water once established

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — scientifically known as Pinus eldarica

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Pinaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — reaching 30-50 ft in height with a 20-30 ft spread

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — a resilient evergreen conifer

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — Characterized by a conical shape

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — it's ideal for windbreaks or privacy

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — Adaptable to various soils

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — it requires full sun and minimal water once established

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — scientifically known as Pinus eldarica

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — offering year-round greenery and shade

Afghan Pine (Pinus Eldarica) — is a versatile and robust conifer well-suited to arid and semi-arid climates

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