Moseri Gold Scotch Pine

‘Moseri Gold’ is a compact Scots pine selection with foliage that is green in summer and turns golden yellow in winter. The exact name appears in an [Oregon Pride Nurseries plant listing](https://www.oregonpridenurseries.com/plant-descriptions), and a [nursery container list](https://vdbarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/Container-List.pdf) describes a 5 ft tall by 4 ft wide plant. ## Seasonal foliage and size The nursery sources list this exact selection as *Pinus sylvestris* ‘Moseri Gold’ and describe slow growth, with the summer green needles changing to golden yellow in winter. The [North Carolina State Extension species profile](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/pinus-sylvestris/) notes that Scots pine has twisted needles in pairs and an evergreen habit. For this named selection, allow room for the listed height and spread and use the winter color as a seasonal focal point. ## Siting Scots pine grows best in full sun and well-drained soil, according to North Carolina State Extension. The exact nursery listing identifies ‘Moseri Gold’ as a slow-growing conifer and documents its green-to-gold seasonal shift. No USDA range is supplied on that cultivar listing. ## Maintenance Water during establishment and maintain good drainage. Keep the plant’s compact natural shape, removing damaged or unwanted growth as needed. Its slow pace and seasonal needle color make it a useful small evergreen accent.