Pinyon Pine (Pinus edulis) 'Trinidad' is an adorable dwarf conifer almost identical to 'Farmy' and perfect for gardens of any size, or even containers! This petite grower will only add 1-3" per year and form a compact mound over time. The gray-green needles tend to be short and add beautiful winter color and texture. 'Trinidad' is extremely drought tolerant and can handle harsh conditions, making it perfect for year round interest in xeric garden beds and borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean style garden beds. For best results, plant in sandy or loam soil with good drainage and be careful not to overwater.
Expected 2025 Availability- Late April
Pinyon Pine 'Trinidad'
Irrigation Requirement: Very Low (Water to Establish) or Low (1/2" every 10-14 days). Make sure soil is very well-draining if giving supplemental water on an automatic system. Otherwise, only manually water if the year has been extremely dry, once every several weeks. During a regular year of snow and rainfall, no supplemental water should be necessary.
Mature Size: Will be approximately 2-3' tall and wide after 10 years.
Hardiness Zone: 4 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Deer Resistant: Somewhat
Salt Tolerant: Moderately
Soils: Will do best in well-drained sandy or loam soils.
Plants in the Pinus genus are known host plants for 150 pollinators in northern Utah. Although 'Trinidad' is small, it will likely still provide habitat for some birds and small animals.