Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Pinus mugo ‘Swarf’
Common Name: Mugo Swarf Pine
Family: Pinaceae (Pine family)
Height: 1-2 feet at maturity
Spread: 2-3 feet
Needle Color: Rich green
Growth Habit: Compact, rounded, mounded
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Uses: Small gardens, rock gardens, containers
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and disease-resistant
Why You Will Love Mugo Swarf
Mugo Swarf adds a touch of evergreen charm and structure to your garden with its compact, mounded form and rich green needles. Its small size and dense growth habit make it perfect for tight spaces, rock gardens, and container gardening. The plant’s low-maintenance nature and adaptability to different light conditions and soil types make it an easy and reliable choice. Enjoy the year-round beauty and subtle elegance of Mugo Swarf, which provides a lush, evergreen accent to any outdoor space.
Mugo Swarf
Mugo Swarf is a compact, dwarf evergreen pine valued for its dense, rounded form and striking, rich green needles. This variety of Pinus mugo typically grows 1-2 feet in height and 2-3 feet in spread, making it an excellent choice for small gardens, rock gardens, and container plantings. The plant features a tight, mounded habit with short, lush green needles that create a dense, evergreen backdrop. Mugo Swarf is appreciated for its slow growth, minimal maintenance needs, and adaptability to various soil types and conditions.
