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Pinus canariensis

Canary Island Pine

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Information by: Plant Nerd and SelecTree        Photographer: Steve George/Jacobs

 

Description

Canary Island Pine (Pinus canariensis) is a very large upright pine that is native to the Canary Islands. It can reach up to 80' tall and about 35' wide and matures to a dark green shade. This species is found throughout Southern California in parks, parking lots, and large parkways, but it is very rarely seen in residential landscapes. The natural shape and growth habit of the tree make it inherently low maintenance, as it requires almost no pruning to reach its mature height and shape. However, if it is planted in a space that is too small, it will require frequent maintenance from an arborist to manage its size. This tree should be planted at least 10 feet away from any hardscape areas, 20 feet from structures such as houses and buildings, and not near any powerlines. Shrubs and perennials should be planted about five feet away from this tree. It rarely requires any supplemental water once it is established. This tree should be irrigated for about 45 minutes once a week when using most in-line drip irrigation systems. It is not recommended for fire-prone areas. Visit the Orange County Fire Authority for more information.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

60-100'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Silver

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Winter

Leaf Season

Evergreen

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Allergenic, Messy

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park, Parking Lot

Special Uses

Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Weather changes - so should your watering schedule. Be sure to make seasonal watering adjustments at a minimum.