Spec sheet
- Hardiness
- Hardy to zone 2
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Sizes we grow
Container grown (CG)
- #1
- #3
- #10
About this plant
Pinus sylvestris 'Hillside Creeper' is an adaptable, low-growing, evergreen conifer with a sprawling, ground-cover habit. Its dense, rich green needles provide year-round texture and interest, making it a popular choice for gardens, rockeries, and slopes. This Scots pine cultivar is particularly valued for erosion control and its ability to slowly spread while staying compact and tidy. Ideal for adding structure to sunny landscapes, it retains its vibrant foliage even in challenging conditions, needing minimal maintenance.
- Light: Full sun
- Water need: Moderate; avoid overly wet soil
- Growth rate: Slow
- Mature size (HxW): 1–2 ft x 10–12 ft
- Habit: Low, spreading/creeping
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage, textured coverage; Year-round interest
- Hardiness zone: 2–7
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained soils; tolerates sandy or rocky soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: High once established