Attractive evergreen crops, which are characterized by a very impressive appearance, are often used to decorate garden plots. Growing pine trees on a trunk is considered one of the ways to obtain a unique composition. In order for the plant to look decorative, it needs to be given a neat shape and strictly adhere to agrotechnical recommendations.
Short description
The trunk pine is a large evergreen shrub that has selected branches resembling a sickle. Also, the plant may have a cone-shaped shape, a smooth trunk and a flimsy crown.It reaches 4.5-6 meters in height, and it is advisable to limit the width to 4-5 meters. Over the course of a year, the plant increases by 15 centimeters in height and 12 centimeters in width.
The top of the trunk is covered with gray-brown or black-gray bark. Its structure is similar to plates that overlap each other. The needles form bundles of 2 pieces, which bend in an arched manner to the branch and often have a slightly twisted shape. The needles reach a length of 3-4 centimeters and are characterized by a dark green color.
Flowering of the plant is observed in June-July. The fruits are ovoid or more elongated in shape and have a yellow-brown or dark brown color. They reach 2-6 centimeters in length, and 1.5-4 in width. Pine is characterized by a splayed root system, which is distinguished by many shoots.
The distinctive features of standard pines include the following:
- frost resistance;
- resistance to snow drifts;
- undemanding to the composition of the soil;
- resistance to strong winds;
- resistance to harmful impurities in the air.
Which varieties are best to use?
One of the most common varieties of pine trees that are grown on a trunk is Pug. An adult tree reaches a height of 1.5 meters, and a width of 1-1.5 meters. The plant has not too long shoots. In this case, the crown has a spherical or rounded crown. The tree is characterized by slow development. In 1 year it increases by literally 2-8 centimeters.
The buds are brown in color and do not exceed 1-2 centimeters in length. They are located quite closely on the branches. The needles are blue-green or dark emerald in color and reach a length of 2-4.5 centimeters. It grows in bunches of 2 pieces. After 3-5 years, the needles fall off and new needles grow in their place.
The cones are brown in color and ovoid in shape. Their length reaches 2-6 centimeters. The root system is located quite close to the surface of the earth and is characterized by the presence of many shoots. It is worth considering that it is susceptible to soil compaction.
Where are such pines used?
Standard pines fit perfectly into the design of rockeries, alpine slides, and garden bonsai. However, even in classical gardens such trees look quite natural and attractive.
Such plants can be used to form hedges, borders and multi-level compositions. Standard pines look great in mixed ensembles because they do not affect the development of crops growing nearby. Excellent compositions are obtained with the participation of cereals and bushes with large flowers. The plant also goes well with maples of small height.
How to choose the right tree
It is recommended to buy the plant in specialized stores or garden centers. It is best to give preference to a young crop without areas damaged by insects. Replanting a pine tree requires a lump of soil. The plant has a tap root, so you need to move the substrate away from the edges of the container, place your hand deep into it and pull out the rhizome right with the ground.
Pruning and crown formation
The standard Pug pine has an interesting spherical crown, so it does not require special pruning.If necessary, young shoots can be removed. However, they need to be shortened by a maximum of a third. Pruning helps make the crown thicker and fuller. With the arrival of spring, it is necessary to get rid of dry and dead shoots.
Aftercare
Pine is characterized by its low maintenance requirements. It is able to withstand strong temperature drops and the effects of drought. The need for irrigation depends on climatic factors, soil composition, and the presence of mulch. Most often, it is necessary to moisten the soil only during a long absence of precipitation.
It is worth feeding the conifer starting from the second year of life. It is recommended to use special fertilizers that have a balanced composition. In total, nutrients need to be added a couple of times during the season.
Standard pines are characterized by a decorative appearance, and therefore are often used for landscaping. In order for such plants to develop normally, it is important to plant them correctly and provide quality care.
