Pinus nigra - Columnar Black Pine

Species Name: Pinus nigra

Description:
Pinus nigra, commonly known as the Columnar Black Pine, is an impressive coniferous species that originates from the Black Forest and the mountain ranges of Central Europe.

Characteristics:

Height: It can grow up to 20-30 meters.
Shape: It forms a dense, conical, and vertical crown.
Needles: The long, dark green needle clusters are 10-20 cm long, usually consisting of two needles.
Cones: Cylindrical, measuring 5-10 cm, young cones are green or purple, later turning brown.
Growing Requirements:

Thrives best in sunny and well-ventilated locations.
Tolerates various soil types but prefers well-drained, sandy, or clayey soils.
Uses:

Popular as an ornamental tree in gardens, parks, and urban green spaces.
An ideal choice for creating natural fences and windbreak hedges.
Care:

Has low maintenance requirements and does not need continuous pruning.
Drought-tolerant, but young specimens require regular watering.
The Columnar Black Pine, with its robust appearance and elegant habit, is a popular choice in landscape design, especially in modern gardens and urban environments.