Pinus nigra 'Hornbrookiana'

Pinus nigra 'Hornibrookiana', commonly known as dwarf Austrian pine, is a compact and slow-growing conifer featuring dense, dark green needle clusters that retain their rich color year-round. Its spreading, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for small gardens, rockeries, or as a low-maintenance accent plant. With its ability to tolerate urban conditions and moderate salt exposure, this variety is favored for landscape use in challenging environments. This cultivar has an appealing form and texture for adding structure and year-round interest to any landscape.

- Light: Full sun
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow
- Mature size (HxW): 2–3 feet x 4–6 feet
- Habit: Compact, mounding
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen; needle color and shape
- Hardiness zone: 4–7
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, adaptable to various soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate