Bosnian Pine
Pinusheldreichii 'Aureospicata'

Synonym:Pinus nigra var. leucodermis

Synonym:Pinus heldreichii var. leucodermis

Synonym:Pinus leucodermis

Category
Shrubs
Conifers

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Foliage Color
Dark/Black

Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Pollen may cause allergic reaction

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
By grafting

Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored