| Botanical Name: Pinus ponderosa | Add |
| Common Name: Ponderosa Pine |
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
40-60', 60-100', 100' and up
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
n/a
Information by: Bonnie Rose
Photographer: Betsy Thompson
Photographer: Betsy Thompson
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Description
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Notes
Defining this tree are bundles of dark, yellow green needles, which form tufts near the end of the branches. Its cones are ovular, and the bark of the young tree is a dark brown or black color. The shade of the bark changes as the tree matures, and becomes a reddish orange color with irregular scaly plates. This variety is known to grow 300 to 600 years. Pines are highly combustible plants.