Scots Pine.

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Nivel de cuidados

Fácil

Tipo de planta

Coniferous evergreen tree

Luz

Full sun

Luz en interior

Sol directo

Riego

Cada 7 a 14 días

Tamaño adulto

30 to 50 feet

Ritmo de crecimiento

Medio

Rusticidad

USDA 2 a 7

Floración

Late spring

Cuidados

Plant this tree in a spot with plenty of room for its roots to spread. Keep an eye out for needle drop or yellowing which might suggest poor drainage or pest issues. It is quite self sufficient once established in the ground.

Riego

Water deeply during the first few years until the root system is well established.

Abonado

Apply a balanced slow release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy growth.

Poda

Prune during the dormant season to remove dead or damaged branches.

Trasplante

If grown in a container, move to a larger pot every few years to prevent it from becoming root bound.

Suelo

Well draining sandy or loamy soil

pH del suelo

Acidic to neutral

Temperatura

-40 a 35°C

Humedad

40 a 70%

Tolerancia a la sequía

Alta

Longevidad

Long-lived, often exceeding 200 years.

Fragancia

Suave

Resistencia a ciervos y conejos

Moderada

Seguridad

Personas

The plant is generally non-toxic, though excessive ingestion of needles may cause digestive upset.

Niños

The sharp needles can poke small children, and the cones may be a choking hazard if ingested.

Alérgenos por contacto

The resin can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Alérgenos en el aire

The pollen is highly allergenic and can cause significant respiratory distress during the spring.

Comestibilidad

The needles are sometimes used for tea, but ensure you have correctly identified the species as some pines are toxic.

Cómo identificarla

• Orange red bark on upper trunk
• Blue green needles in pairs
• Small woody cones
• Twisted needle appearance

Altura

15 a 35m

Anchura

6 a 12m

Hojas

blue-green, grey-green, evergreen

Flores

yellow, brown, 0,5 a 1cm

Frutos

brown, Autumn

Problemas frecuentes

• Pine shoot beetle — This beetle bores into the shoots, causing them to wilt and break.
• Needle cast — A fungal infection that causes needles to yellow and drop prematurely.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagación

seed

Cuándo plantar

spring, autumn

Cuidados en invierno

It is fully hardy and requires no special winter protection.

En maceta

It is not well suited for long term container growth due to its massive size.

Plant species that prefer acidic, well-draining soil to match the pine's preference.

Buenas compañeras

• Common Juniper — They share similar soil and light requirements in open woodland settings.
• Brezo — It grows well in the acidic, well-draining soil conditions found under pine canopies.

Especies parecidas

• Pinus nigra — It has a similar appearance but is more tolerant of alkaline soils.
• Pinus contorta — It shares a similar growth habit but is native to North America.

Ciencia

Familia

Pinaceae

Género

Pinus

Orden

Pinales

Clase

Pinopsida

Distribución natural

Europe and Northern Asia.

Conservación

This species is widespread and not of conservation concern.

It thrives in poor, sandy soils and is highly adapted to cold climates.

Valor para la fauna

nesting site for birds, seeds provide food for squirrels and birds

Polinizadores

abejas

Usos

timber production, ornamental specimen, windbreak, reforestation

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

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How fast does it grow?

It is a moderate grower, typically adding 30 to 60 centimeters per year.

Does it need pruning?

Little pruning is required, but you can remove dead or damaged branches in late winter.

De dónde viene el nombre

The name sylvestris is Latin for of the forest, reflecting its natural woodland habitat.

Bueno saberlo

• It is the only pine species native to the British Isles.
• The bark turns a distinct orange-red color as the tree matures.
• It can live for over 300 years in ideal conditions.
• The wood is commonly known as deal or red deal in the timber trade.

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