Pinyon Pine

Pinus edulis, the Colorado pinyon, is a slow-growing, long-lived evergreen native to the American Southwest. It features a bushy, rounded growth habit, typically reaching heights of ten to twenty feet. The foliage consists of stout, dark green needles in pairs, forming a dense canopy. Valued for its edible pine nuts, this resilient tree thrives in well-drained, rocky soils and prefers full sun. It is drought-tolerant and cold-hardy, making it an ideal choice for xeric landscapes, wildlife gardens, and windbreaks in arid climates.