Pinus ponderosa - Ponderosa Pine (Plant) Size:5G n Eastern Sierra Nevada

n Eastern Sierra Nevada

Discussion of major desert habitats

This is mid-sized mounding shrub is recommended for small gardens and hot dry slopes

Looks best with afternoon shade and occaisonal summer water

Introduced by TPF

Pinus ponderosa - Ponderosa Pine (Plant) Size:5G n Eastern Sierra NevadaFound locally in the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mtns, Tehachapi, and Los Padres National Forest. Majestic pine defines the American west. Huge trunk plated by its red bark. Dependent on periodic fires to reproduce. Plant Characteristics Family Name Pinaceae Species Name Pinus ponderosa Common Name Ponderosa Pine Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color None Flowering Months None Evergreen