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.