A compact Scots pine with dense needles and a naturally rugged form that stays small but brings big evergreen character
FEATURES:
- Dwarf, compact habit with a rounded to irregular, character-rich silhouette
- Blue-green needles for classic Scots pine color and texture
- Dense branching that creates a full, sturdy evergreen presence
- Naturally rugged form that looks windswept and sculptural with age
- Slow growth rate for long-term size control and easy scale in the landscape
- Strong winter interest with evergreen needles and bold, compact structure
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Conifers with “attitude” do best when they aren’t crowded. Give this dwarf pine a little space and a clean base, and the natural form becomes a feature, not background.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 3-7
- Mature Height: 3-6' tall
- Mature Width: 4-8' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 4-8' apart
Dwarf Scotch Pine
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Pinus sylvestis 'Nana'
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A compact Scots pine with dense needles and a naturally rugged form that stays small but brings big evergreen character
FEATURES:
- Dwarf, compact habit with a rounded to irregular, character-rich silhouette
- Blue-green needles for classic Scots pine color and texture
- Dense branching that creates a full, sturdy evergreen presence
- Naturally rugged form that looks windswept and sculptural with age
- Slow growth rate for long-term size control and easy scale in the landscape
- Strong winter interest with evergreen needles and bold, compact structure
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Conifers with “attitude” do best when they aren’t crowded. Give this dwarf pine a little space and a clean base, and the natural form becomes a feature, not background.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 3-7
- Mature Height: 3-6' tall
- Mature Width: 4-8' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 4-8' apart
Why plant Dwarf Scotch Pine?
Dwarf Scotch Pine is the “little but mighty” conifer that brings classic pine character without the towering height. The needles are blue-green, the branching is dense, and the overall habit often develops a naturally rugged, sculptural shape, like a windswept pine you’d find on a hillside, just conveniently scaled down for the home landscape.
It’s an evergreen that earns its spot year-round. In winter, it holds color and structure beautifully, giving the garden a sturdy focal point when everything else is on pause. If you like conifers that feel natural and full of personality, this one fits the bill.
How to use Dwarf Scotch Pine in the landscape?
Use it as a compact evergreen anchor in mixed beds where you want year-round form and texture, or combine it with other conifers to create a layered composition of shapes. Its blue-green needles contrast nicely with darker evergreens and pop next to plants with golden foliage. It also looks especially good near stone and gravel, where the rugged, compact silhouette feels intentional and natural. Give it room to show its outline, since the character is in the shape as much as the color.
Frequently Asked Questions
This pine does not have showy blooms. It produces small spring pollen cones and may form woody seed cones over time, but it’s grown for evergreen needles and its compact, character-rich form.
They’re related but not the same selection. ‘Nana’ is valued for a compact dwarf habit and classic blue-green Scots pine needles, while ‘Glauca Nana’ is selected for a stronger blue cast to the foliage.
Pruning is usually minimal. Remove dead or damaged branches as needed. If you want to keep it tighter or control spread, you can lightly reduce new growth (“candles”) in late spring, but avoid heavy cuts into old wood.
