Pinus contorta - Lodgepole pine

continental : During the winter watering should occur rarely, only if the weather is particularly mild; when the temperatures are harsh we suggest avoiding to water. Irrigate every 6-7 weeks with 1-2 buckets of water.

alpine : During this period water once in a while with 0-1 buckets of water, so that the soil remains prevalently dry; the watering will be sporadic, every 7-8 weeks or even less.

mediterranean : During the winter these plants should be watered only if the climate is mild, using 2-3 buckets of water, with very harsh temperatures, we can reduce or suspend watering. If there are particularly sunny days, act every 5-6 weeks.

continental : For the The Pinus contorta let's prefer very sunny locations, directly exposed to sunrays.
The Pinus contorta can stand the cold and can even stand prolonged freezing and very harsh temperatures; therefore it’s grown in the garden.

alpine : For a balanced development, it is best for the The Pinus contorta to receive as many hours possible of direct sunlight.
The Pinus contorta can stand the cold and can be grown in the garden even during the coldest months of the year.

mediterranean : Plant which needs to be exposed to direct solar rays.
The Pinus contorta is a very rustic plant, which can stand without problems the winter cold.

Fertilization Pinus contorta : Trees usually need fertilization during the winter months; let’s remember to enrich the soil when we intend to plant a new tree.

Treatments Pinus contorta : Towards the end of the winter, before the buds get bigger, let’s apply a defensive treatment against the most common fungi diseases, using a fungicide based on sulphur and copper.