Austrian pine (Pinus nigra) PY-nus NY-grah Genus:  Pinus Dark green, 4- to 6-inch-long needles and furrowed bark (on mature trees) make Austrian pine an attractive large specimen tree. It can also be used as screening, although its growth habit becomes more open with age. Care:  Provide full sun and deep, moist but well-drained soil. Once trees are established, they are somewhat drought tolerant. They also tolerate urban conditions. Propagation:  From seed. Problems:  Sphaeropis (Diplodia) tip blight is a severe disease problem in some areas of the country. It kills entire branches and, if left unchecked, entire stands of trees.

Overview

Height Over 30 ft. Spread 15 ft. to 30 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Attracts Song Birds Foliage Color Evergreen Uses Screening, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Trees