The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Emerald Arrow Bosnian pine

Family: Pinaceae (pine family)

Synonym: Pinus heldreichii var. leucodermis 'Emerald Arrow'

Distribution: Species native to s.e. Europe

Hardiness: USDA Zone 4

Life form: Evergreen tree

Comments: This compact narrowly upright evergreen selection is expected to reach a height of 20' tall and only 12' wide. It has rich, dark green needles giving the plant a dense appearance. Branches have bark that is silver color, showing needles off to their best. This tree is salt tolerant and performs well on dry calcareous soil. Plant in full sun to part shade.