{"product_id":"pinus-mugo-dwarf-mountain-pine-30cm-pot","title":"Pinus Mugo Dwarf Mountain Pine - 30cm Pot","description":"\u003cimg alt=\"click and collect only\" height=\"55\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/CNC_SP_Banner.png?v=1644031012\" width=\"480\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPinus mugo ‘Dwarf Mountain Pine’ is a compact evergreen conifer valued for its dense dark green needles and naturally rounded growth habit. This hardy alpine pine brings year-round structure and texture to the garden while remaining small enough for rockeries, courtyard planting and container growing. Its rugged appearance and slow growth make it especially popular in Japanese-style gardens and bonsai collections.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe rich green needles remain attractive throughout the year, forming dense compact mounds with minimal maintenance required. In spring, some plants may produce decorative pale yellow male cones, often referred to as “flowers”, which create an attractive contrast against the dark foliage. Because many plants are grown from seed, slight variations in shape and growth habit can occur, adding to the individuality and character of each specimen.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDwarf Mountain Pine is particularly well suited to smaller gardens where a compact evergreen feature is needed without overwhelming surrounding planting. It works beautifully amongst rocks, gravel and low-growing shrubs, and performs especially well in alpine-style and Japanese-inspired landscapes. Its slow steady growth also makes it ideal for long-term container planting and bonsai work.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMature size: approximately 60–90 centimetres high × 60–90 centimetres wide in 10 years\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPlant Pinus mugo in a full sun position for best foliage density and healthy growth.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPrefers well-drained soil and adapts well to sandy, gravelly and poorer soils provided drainage remains good.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWater regularly during establishment. Once mature, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires only occasional watering during extended dry periods.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nApply a slow-release fertiliser for conifers in spring if needed to encourage healthy growth.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nVery little pruning is required. Light shaping can be carried out if desired, though the natural compact habit is usually best left untouched.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nHighly frost tolerant and well suited to cool and temperate climates.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Japanese-style and bonsai gardens\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Rockeries and alpine planting\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Pots and container growing\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Compact evergreen feature planting\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Low maintenance courtyard gardens","brand":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48883371376891,"sku":"pdmp30","price":99.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/37782_PinusMungo-2.jpg?v=1779498091","url":"https:\/\/warranglen.com.au\/products\/pinus-mugo-dwarf-mountain-pine-30cm-pot","provider":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}