Ponderosa Pine

Pinus ponderosa

Tree25×7 mzone 4–7full sun

Profile

Family: Pinaceae
Habit: Tree
Height: 25 m
Spread: 7 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 600 years
First yield: after 7 years
Hardiness: zone 4–7
Shade tolerance: full sun
Soil: Sand, Silt
Soil moisture: very dry – moist
pH: 4.4 – 7.3

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Uses

Edible3 of 10

Medicinal3 of 10

Other uses8 of 10

Growing

Plant ponderosa pine in full sun with well-drained, sandy or loamy soil and slightly acidic to neutral pH. Water young trees regularly during establishment, tapering as they mature; mature trees are drought tolerant. Propagate by seed with stratification; prune dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring. Avoid heavy shade and poorly drained soils.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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