Slowmound Mugo Pine

Name: Slowmound Mugo Pine
Brand: Spotswood Greenery
Price: 81.99 USD
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Pinus mugo 'Slowmound'

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This true dwarf pine forms a dense, dark green mound that stays compact and tidy without pruning. It is extremely hardy and robust, making it a reliable structural element for year-round color.

Size at Maturity

Height 2'- 3' Spread 2'- 3'

Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8

Lowest Temperatures -40°F to -30°F

Light Requirements

Full sun to part sun- at least 4 hours direct sun per day

Special Conditions

Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
High Salt Tolerance

Seasons of Interest

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, spacing 4–5 feet apart. Slowmound is one of the most compact and slow-growing mugo pine varieties, forming a dense, symmetrical mound of dark green needles that rarely needs pruning to maintain its shape. It adapts to a wide range of soils and is very cold hardy. Dig the planting hole to the same depth as the root ball, water thoroughly, and mulch.

Care Tips

Minimal pruning is needed to maintain the naturally compact form. If desired, pinch back half of the new candles (the soft, elongating new growth tips) in spring to encourage even denser growth. Keep soil consistently moist, especially through the first growing season. Apply a light balanced fertilizer in spring. Slowmound is one of the most refined and low-maintenance mugo pines — an excellent, long-lived conifer for gardens with limited space.