Pinus radiata
Monterey Pine
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Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Description
The Monterey Pine, Pinus radiata, family Pinaceae, also known as the Insignis Pine or Radiata Pine is a species of pine native to the Central Coast of California. Pinus radiata is a versatile, fast-growing, medium-density softwood, suitable for a wide range of end-uses. Its silviculture is highly developed, and is built on a firm foundation of over a century of research, observation and practice.
Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Blooming
The leaves persist for about 2-4 years and longer for some species. The buds produced in winter are often resinouse. Pinus is monoecious. The female cones are brown and take 2-3 years to ripen. Male cones are found at the base of the plant.
Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Growth
Evergreen, coniferous trees and shrubs. Pines grow best in full sun. Some species are slow growing and work well in a rock garden or as part of a border. Pines make good windbreaks and are suitable specimen trees.
Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Planting
Sow seeds in containers in a cold frame in spring.
Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Pest
Mealybugs, sawfly, scale insects, caterpillars, miners, and borers. Other issues include butt rot, tar spot, cone rust, pitch canker, blister rust, blights, and brown cubical rot.
Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Interesting facts
The leaves of P. aristata persist for up to 20 years.
Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata) - Soil and irrigation
Grows in any soil as long as it is well-draining.
