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Canary Island Pine
Scientific Name: Pinus canariensis Sweet ex Spreng.
Family: Pinaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: USDA: 9-11 Frost Tolerance: Damaged below 20°F (-7°C), killed at 10°F (-12°C) Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Western Canary Islands Growth Habits: Tree 60 to 80 feet (18-24 m) or more, 30 feet spread (18 m); red-brown and buff, very thick, scaly bark; fine needles in bundles of 3, 6 to 12 inches long (15-30 cm), bluish when young Watering Needs: Fairly drought tolerant, needs supplemental water in southern California and in the deserts Propagation: Seeds, cuttings from young trees

Fruiting Habits:
Large glossy brown cones, 4 to 9 inches long (10-22 cm)