Himalayan Pine Tree

Himalayan pine 'Zebrina' is an evergreen selection recognized for long, drooping blue-green needles banded with pale yellow. Its broad conical form and large, resinous cones make it a striking specimen, but it needs room to mature. ## Size and appearance Mature measurements vary among horticultural references. The [Royal Horticultural Society profile for Pinus wallichiana 'Zebrina'](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/45916/pinus-wallichiana-zebrina-v/details) describes an 8–12 m tree with a 4–8 m spread, while the [JC Raulston Arboretum](https://jcra.ncsu.edu/horticulture/our-plants/results-by-name-serial-number.php?serial=104217) lists a 30-foot specimen. The RHS notes pale yellow bands on blue-green needles and cones about 6–10 inches long; allow a generous footprint rather than placing it beneath overhead lines. ## Siting Choose full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soil. The [USU TreeBrowser guide](https://extension.usu.edu/treebrowser/catalog/pine-himalayan-bhutan) describes the species as needing average moisture and recommends shelter from drying summer winds and late-day winter sun; it also identifies 'Zebrina' among the cultivars. Avoid poorly drained ground and give the mature crown open space. ## Maintenance Water during establishment and extended dry spells, then avoid keeping the root zone saturated. Keep pruning minimal, removing only damaged or conflicting branches while preserving the tree's natural outline.