Black pine Pyramidalis is a fairly common crop that is popular with landscape designers. This plant is considered undemanding to care, has a spectacular appearance and is distinguished by a compact crown. The crop is suitable for cultivation in central Russia. However, the variety is considered less frost-resistant compared to others, so in severe winters there is a risk of the tree freezing.
Botanical description
In Latin this plant is called Pinus nigra Pyramidalis. The name of this species is associated with the shape of the crown. It can be narrow, pyramidal or densely packed.Gradually, the tree acquires a wider and sometimes egg-shaped crown. An adult plant can reach a height of 8 meters and a width of 3. The maximum size of a tree is 20 meters. During the year, the tree grows by 20-40 centimeters. Specific parameters depend on external factors.
This variety of pine is characterized by rigid, vertically directed shoots. The needles reach a length of 10 centimeters and are dark green in color. They have a rigid structure and form bundles of 2 pieces. The buds are yellow-brown in color. They sit on branches and reach a length of 5-8 centimeters.
Pine is characterized by large light buds, which are characterized by a slightly brownish color. They are especially noticeable in winter, as they are covered with whitish resin on top. The root system has a tap structure. This is due to the plant’s undemandingness to soil composition and high resistance to wind.
Landing requirements
According to the botanical description, the tree should be planted in a well-lit, open area. The culture can grow in any soil, but it requires proper drainage. The soil must meet the following criteria:
- weakly acidic or acidic reaction - pH parameters should be 4.5-6.5;
- light composition - the best option would be sandy or sandy loam soil;
- lack of salinity - pine can hardly tolerate excess calcium salts;
- high content of useful elements and humus.
The tree is not recommended to be planted near gooseberries or currants.These crops may harbor fungi that cause blister rust.
It is recommended to buy pine of this variety in a pot. It must have a closed root system. The optimal age of the seedling is 3-5 years. Before planting the plant, you need to dig a hole 30 centimeters deep and 15-20 centimeters in diameter. At the bottom of the recess it is worth laying drainage made of sand, crushed brick and crushed stone. A nutrient soil composition should be poured on top.
The prepared hole needs to be watered abundantly and a seedling with a lump of soil should be installed in it. Then carefully add soil and carefully compact the tree trunk circle so that there are no voids in it.
When planting a crop, it is important to ensure that the seedling is positioned clearly vertically. In addition, the root collar should not be allowed to deepen. It should be located above the surface of the earth. Otherwise, there is a high probability of crop rotting.
Care instructions
Caring for the plant is quite easy. Particular attention should be paid to the seedling for 2-3 years after planting. Subsequently, the tree will develop independently. Pyramidalis pine is a drought-resistant crop that does not require frequent watering. Powerful roots can obtain moisture on their own. At the same time, the pine perfectly accepts sprinkling of the crown.
To prevent moisture evaporation and saturate the soil with nutrients, the tree trunk circle needs to be mulched. To do this, it is worth using coniferous litter brought from the forest.Over time, it will be replaced by needles that the tree will shed. You can also mulch the tree trunk circle with pine bark.
This crop does not require constant pruning. However, when using a tree for decorative purposes, it is possible to form a crown. This procedure should be carried out in early spring or autumn. In this case, it is permissible to shorten the shoots by a maximum of a third.
Black pyramidal pine is highly resistant to frost. Therefore, the tree does not require careful preparation for winter. However, in cold regions it is still recommended to insulate young plants. At the end of autumn, they should be watered generously and covered with burlap. It is recommended to tightly insulate the trunk circle with spruce branches.
Application of wood
This culture is often used to decorate cities, alleys and parks. This pine takes up minimal space, so it can become part of small areas. The variety is excellent for creating compositions with trees and shrubs. The plant is characterized by dark green needles, which contrast effectively with shrubs with bright flowers and variegated leaves. Ephedra can be combined with barberry, spirea, derain and other plants.
Black pine Pyramidalis is a showy plant that complements a variety of arrangements well. To make the crop look attractive, it is important to adhere to the rules of agricultural technology.
