Pinus mugo Pincushion

Common Name: Pincushion Mugo Pine

Description:
The Pincushion Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo 'Pincushion') is a compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer known for its dense, rounded shape and finely textured, dark green needles. This dwarf variety maintains a tidy, cushion-like form, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and container planting. Thriving in well-drained soil, it is highly adaptable and tolerant of drought, frost, and poor soils. Its low-maintenance nature and year-round structure make it a valuable addition to alpine gardens, Japanese-style landscapes, and small garden spaces where a compact, sculptural plant is desired.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.5–1 m
• Width: 1–1.5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower (produces cones instead)

Flower Colour:

• N/A (produces small, brown cones)

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Disease Resistant
• Frost Hardy
• Low Maintenance
• Compact, Rounded Growth Habit
• Suitable for Rock Gardens & Alpine Gardens

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Other dwarf conifers such as Juniperus, Thuja, and Cedrus species
• Hardy, drought-tolerant shrubs like Lavandula (Lavender) and Hebe
• Ground covers such as Sedum, Dianella, and ornamental grasses for texture contrast