Pinus pinaster

Maritime Pine

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Robust Mediterranean evergreen conifer with long blue-green needles and thick bark. Requires full sun; generally unsuitable for indoor cultivation due to high light demands.
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Plant Details

Common Name Maritime Pine
Family Pinaceae
Genus Pinus
Species Pinaster
Origin Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Cones mature in autumn, pollen released in spring
Leaf Color Dark green to blue-green needles
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Sandy, well-drained soil; tolerates poor quality and acidic soils.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established; water regularly during first year. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure (6+ hours daily); intolerant of shade indoors.

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Fertilization

Minimal needs; apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring if growth is poor.

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Pruning

Prune to shape young trees; remove dead branches anytime. Avoid pruning mature leaders.

Pest Control Aphid Pine Weevil Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 100000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
8 – 35
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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