Loma Linda Dwarf Southwestern White Pine Conifer - Live Plant

Discovered as a witch's broom by Jerry Morris in New Mexico near La Junta canyon across from the Loma Linda ranch, Pinus strobiformis 'Loma Linda' is a unique and eye-catching dwarf form of the Southwestern White Pine. It grows slowly to form a dense, broad pyramid making it a perfect fit for smaller garden spaces. Forming multiple buds at the ends of the branches, it is densely clothed in fluffy tufts of soft, silvery blue-green needles year-round. Being a native of the Southwest, it can tolerate drier conditions than other white pine cultivars. A rare beauty and focal point in the garden, Loma Linda is one of those plants that will add a fantastic touch to your landscape and that folks feel compelled to reach out and touch.

Key Features:

• Wind-Resistant: Great for use in exposed or high-elevation sites
• Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter and nesting for birds and other wildlife
• Plant Type: Evergreen conifer
• Sun Exposure: Full sun
  
• Mature Size:  6-8 ft tall with base about 3-4 ft wide in 10 years
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–8
  
• Soil Preference: Well-drained soils; tolerant of poor, rocky, or sandy soils
• Watering: Low to moderate once established
  

Please Note:

**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.

**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, & features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase

**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)

Why You'll Love It? This cultivar of Southwestern White Pine was selected specifically for its superior adaptability in the American Southwest and Intermountain West. Its columnar shape and dense branching make it an attractive and functional addition to both residential and commercial landscapes. Whether you're planting a single tree or establishing a large-scale native grove, 'Loma Linda' offers low-maintenance beauty and rugged resilience.

Order your Pinus strobiformis 'Loma Linda' today and enjoy a beautiful, resilient, native evergreen that thrives where others struggle.