Pinus monophylla - Single-Leaf Pinyon (Plant) Board Books Cold Hardy to 15 degrees

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected by Roger Raiche near Salt Point (Sonoma Co) and introduced by UC Botanical Garden

Grows well in sun or shade

800 foot Mount Pinos

Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution Varies Natural Habitat Varies

Plant Characteristics Family Name Rhamnaceae Species Name Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var

Pinus monophylla - Single-Leaf Pinyon (Plant) Board Books Cold Hardy to 15 degreesBeautifully shaped, smaller pine common in the California deserts. Edible pine nuts. Slow growing, but very drought tolerant. Does well in rocky soils. Excellent for wildlife, especially birds. Plant Characteristics Family Name Pinaceae Species Name Pinus monophylla Common Name Single Leaf Pinyon Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months None Evergreen