- Highly nutritious edible nuts - great snack option!
- Long productive lifespan
- Low maintenance
Pinus pincea is a large, slow-growing evergreen tree with a unique umbrella-shaped growth habit, producing edible nuts in medium to large cones — ideal for large gardens.
The Pine nut prefers a sunny, open position in sandy, well-drained soil. Water regularly after planting until established, and fertilise with an all-purpose fertiliser in spring. Mulch well to help retain moisture.
Pinus pincea is hardy and adaptable, tolerant of dryness and frost once established, making it a resilient, long-lived addition to the landscape that rewards patience with a delicious, homegrown harvest.