This coniferous tree is conical when young with deeply furrowed orange-brown bark and spreading branches that form a flat topped dome habit. It has bright green needle-like leaves and the tree produces shinny brown cones during spring.

Hardiness zones 8 to 10

Pinus pineais naturally found in the northern Mediterranean region extending to Turkey growing in moderately fertile well drained, sandy soils in an open sunny position and tolerates salt spray, drought and light frost.

The Umbrella Pine is grown for its picturesque habit and is planted in large gardens or parks as a specimen tree and is suitable for coastal regions. It established in 3 to 5 years and becomes tolerant of drought or high temperatures. It is used in golf courses or other large areas. ID 2143

Pinus (PY-nus) pinea(PEE-nee-ah)

Pinaceae(py-NAY-see-ee)
Larches, spruces, pines, firs, hemlocks and cedars