A distinguished evergreen native to the Mediterranean region, Pinus pinea, or Stone Pine, is instantly recognisable by its broad, umbrella-shaped crown and attractively fissured reddish-grey bark. The tree begins life with a rounded, compact habit and gradually matures into a graceful, flat-topped form. Growth is relatively fast in the early years, slowing with age as the tree develops its characteristic dome of dense foliage. The Stone Pine forms an impressive specimen or feature tree. When lower branches are pruned, it becomes an elegant shade or avenue tree of striking form and presence. Its resilience, distinctive silhouette and historical association with the Mediterranean landscape make Pinus pinea a refined and enduring choice for formal gardens, parks and streetscapes.Soil: Well-drained soils of any pH.Conditions: Full sun. Suited to warm, dry climates and tolerates heat, drought and coastal exposure once established. Moderately frost tolerant.Size: Height 10-20m x width 10-15m
