Mint Truffle - Bosnian Pine

Mint Truffle is a broad, upright Bosnian pine selection with dense evergreen needles and a rounded teardrop outline. Its foliage stays dark to medium green through the year, while young cones add seasonal purple color. [Utah State University](https://extension.usu.edu/botanicalcenter/trees-of-varga-arboretum/mint-truffle-bosnian-pine) and the [American Conifer Society cultivar profile](https://conifersociety.org/conifers/pinus-heldreichii-mint-truffle) document the selection and its landscape character. ## Form and placement The American Conifer Society reports a 6 by 4 ft size after ten years, while Utah State University lists a 12 by 8 ft garden specimen; [Winding Creek Nursery](https://www.windingcreek-nursery.com/Plant-Name/Pinus-heldreichii-leucodermis-Mint-Truffle-Bosnian-Pine) likewise gives a mature range of 10–12 ft tall and 6–8 ft wide. These measurements describe different ages and growing conditions. Site it as a broad upright evergreen accent with space for eventual growth. The selection originated at Iseli Nursery, supporting the catalog’s Iseli developer association. ## Growing conditions Utah State University lists USDA zones 5–8, slow growth, medium water use, full sun, and tolerance of varied soils, high pH, and drought once established. Its dark-green needles and dense branching make a year-round focal point; young purple cones provide additional contrast. ## Maintenance Water regularly while roots establish, then reduce irrigation as the plant becomes established. Choose a sunny position and well-drained soil. Allow the natural broad teardrop form to develop, checking periodically for dead or damaged branches.