Plant Database

Torrey pine

Pinus torreyana

Family:
Pinaceae
Irrigation:
Drought tolerant
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Origin:
Native to California's coastal region of San Diego also Santa Rosa Island
Landscape Value:
It is native to coastal habitats but can also be grown in windy, hot, and polluted areas of southern California. It is a quick growing tree that can reach 70 ft. tall and 50ft. wide. Good tree for parks, roadsides, and other open areas that can handle the
Life History:
Evergreen tree
Propagation:
The seeds require 1-3 months stratification before sowing (Emery, 1995).
Climate/Zone:
Sunset zones 8, 9, 14-24
Ethnobotanical Value:
n/a
Exposure:
Full sun
Blooming Season:
n/a
Edible Part:
Fruiting Season:
n/a
Care Instructions:
Must have well-drained soil, if older growth shows yellowing needles, could be a symptom of excessive moisture. Plants need little to no fertilizer, heavy feeding encourages rapid, rank growth. Best time to prune is in spring when new growth emerges. C