Pinus Patula (Mexican Weeping Pine)
Pinus Patula (Mexican Weeping Pine)
Pinus Patula (Mexican Weeping Pine) is an elegant, evergreen conifer known for its soft, pendulous branches and long, slender needles that form in bundles of three. Native to Mexico and Central America, this pine has a distinctive weeping growth habit, making it an attractive addition to gardens or landscapes. The tree produces small, elongated cones that add to its ornamental appeal.
Mexican Weeping Pine thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, preferring slightly acidic conditions. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and adapts well to a range of soil types. With its graceful, cascading branches and fine-textured foliage, it works well as a specimen tree, a screen, or a focal point in gardens, especially in larger spaces. This pine is ideal for creating a relaxed, tropical or Mediterranean feel in your landscape.
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Mature height
10–15 metres
Mature width
4–6 metres
Spacing
4–6 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Long, slender green needles with small, elongated cones
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer [September–December]
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low maintenance; prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.