A rugged little pine with dense needles and a naturally sculpted, windswept look that stays compact and evergreen
FEATURES:
- True dwarf habit with a compact, low-growing evergreen form
- Dense, dark green needles for a full, textured pine look
- Naturally irregular, sculptural shape with a rugged, coastal character
- Tight branching that builds a sturdy, substantial silhouette
- Slow growth rate for long-lasting size control and low-maintenance structure
- Strong winter interest with evergreen color and distinctive form
- 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:
Not everything in the landscape has to be symmetrical to look designed. One naturally irregular plant adds realism and character, and it makes the more “perfect” plants around it look even more intentional by contrast.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 3-5' tall
- Mature Width: 4-6' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 4-6' apart
Spaan's Dwarf Shore Pine
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Pinus contorta 'Spaan's Dwarf'
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A rugged little pine with dense needles and a naturally sculpted, windswept look that stays compact and evergreen
FEATURES:
- True dwarf habit with a compact, low-growing evergreen form
- Dense, dark green needles for a full, textured pine look
- Naturally irregular, sculptural shape with a rugged, coastal character
- Tight branching that builds a sturdy, substantial silhouette
- Slow growth rate for long-lasting size control and low-maintenance structure
- Strong winter interest with evergreen color and distinctive form
- 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:
Not everything in the landscape has to be symmetrical to look designed. One naturally irregular plant adds realism and character, and it makes the more “perfect” plants around it look even more intentional by contrast.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 3-5' tall
- Mature Width: 4-6' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 4-6' apart
Why plant Spaan's Dwarf Shore Pine?
Spaan’s Dwarf Shore Pine has that “nature did it” look, like it grew on a windswept bluff and decided it didn’t need anyone’s approval. It stays compact, with dense needles and tight branching, but the real charm is the form: naturally irregular and sculptural, giving you an evergreen with personality instead of a perfect triangle.
Because it grows slowly, it keeps its dwarf stature for years, making it a great choice when you want evergreen structure and texture without a plant that constantly needs taming. And in winter, it holds its shape and color beautifully, bringing bold character when the rest of the landscape goes quiet.
How to use Spaan's Dwarf Shore Pine in the landscape?
Use it where you want a compact evergreen with a natural, rugged silhouette, especially in plantings that lean more informal or “coastal” in style. It pairs well with boulders, gravel mulch, and ornamental grasses because the irregular form looks intentional next to natural textures. Keep nearby plants low and simple so its sculptural shape remains visible, and allow extra breathing room so the outline doesn’t get swallowed by faster-growing companions.
Frequently Asked Questions
This pine does not have showy blooms. It produces small spring pollen cones, and may develop woody seed cones over time, but it’s grown for evergreen needles and its compact, sculptural form.
Yes. Spaan’s Dwarf is selected for a slow-growing, true dwarf habit, making it a great option when you want evergreen structure without a large footprint.
Pruning is usually minimal. If you want to lightly refine the shape, do so in late spring when new growth appears. Avoid heavy pruning so the natural rugged silhouette stays the feature.
