Dwarf Mountain Pine var. mughus Seeds
Pinus mugo var. mughus
£2.94 – £9.34
The Pinus mugo, commonly referred to as Mugo Pine or Mountain Pine, is a versatile and hardy conifer, perfect for UK gardens. Its compact size and resilient nature make it a favourite among gardeners with limited space. The Mugo Pine is known for its dense, dark green needles and rounded, bushy habit, providing year-round interest and texture. Planting Pinus mugo seeds is an excellent way to introduce a touch of alpine charm to your garden.
This species thrives in a variety of soil types and withstands harsh conditions, making it a practical choice for diverse landscapes. The Mugo Pine is not only aesthetically pleasing but also beneficial for local ecosystems, offering habitat and food for wildlife. Cultivating these seeds allows you to enjoy the beauty and ecological benefits of this enduring pine variety.
- ✓ Embark on a rewarding journey of growing your own Dwarf Mountain Pine from seed and enjoy the satisfaction of nurturing this slow-growing, hardy evergreen.
- ✓ Pinus mugo var. mughus is a compact, bushy shrub with dark green needles that creates an attractive feature in rock gardens, borders, or as a container plant.
- ✓ Highly adaptable and low-maintenance, the Dwarf Mountain Pine thrives in various soil types and conditions, making it an ideal choice for novice gardeners.
- ✓ Once established, this slow-growing conifer requires minimal pruning and care, providing year-round interest with its dense, rounded form and vibrant foliage.
- ✓ Quality UK seed stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
Pinus mugo, commonly known as Mugo Pine, and its variety Pinus mugo var. ‘Mughus’, or Dwarf Mugo Pine, differ primarily in size and growth habit. The standard Mugo Pine is known for its larger size and more expansive spread, typically growing into a broad, bushy shape. In contrast, the ‘Mughus’ variety is a dwarf form, characterized by a more compact, rounded shape and slower growth rate. This makes ‘Mughus’ particularly suitable for smaller spaces or as a discrete element in garden design, where its controlled growth is advantageous. Both share similar needle characteristics and resilience, but their size and form are what set them apart in landscaping use.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureSafety
Pollen Allergies, Thorns
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Dwarf
Natural Germination: Whilst not strictly required, Pinus mugo seeds generally benefit from a period of cold stratification to germinate effectively. Sowing the seeds outdoors in autumn allows them to undergo natural stratification during the winter, preparing them for sprouting in spring.
Artificial Stratification: For artificial stratification, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate at 2-5°C for about 30 days. This method simulates the natural winter conditions, breaking the dormancy of the seeds. After stratification, sow the seeds in a warm environment, ideally between 18-22°C, to encourage germination.
Scarification
Soak in water for 24 hours
Germinate
Expect about 98% germinancy
Difficulty Level
Easy
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
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Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | This item |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | This item |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | |
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
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