Don Smith Red Pine adds just the right amount of evergreen structure to the backyard garden. Growing wider than tall, plant this dwarf pine selection in a rock garden or to a foundation planting to bring architectural interest and winter color to smaller spaces. While it's a bit slow growing, that may just make it the perfect petite addition to your garden, especially when paired with short, colorful perennials to create a kaleidoscope of color all season long.
Conditions: Full sun; well-drained soils
Size: 2'-4' tall, 3'-5' wide
Zone: 2 - 7
Wildlife Value: Structure provides cover for birds and small mammals
Photo: Samantha Nestory