Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow)
Pinus heldreichii
Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) (Pinus heldreichii) is a tree suited to the Colorado Front Range, rated "Recommended" on the 2024 Front Range Tree Recommendation List. It matures to about 20–30 ft tall and 6–12 ft wide, slow-growing, needs medium water, and prefers full sun. Narrow form; often listed as P. leucodermis (synonym).
medium water20–30 ft tall and 6–12 ft wideDeer-resistant
Photos
- Photo 1: "Pinus heldreichii Pirin 0" by Esther Westerveld from Haarlemmermeer, Nederland is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/.
- Photo 2: Fuoco Fatuo
- Photo 3: "Pinus heldreichii Satellit 04" by Agnieszka Kwiecień (Nova) is licensed under CC BY 2.5. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5/.
- Photo 4: (c) Patrick Lam, some rights reserved (CC BY)
- Photo 5: (c) Vasileia Sef, some rights reserved (CC BY)
- Photo 6: "Pinus heldreichii Bijela gora above Borovi do" by Orjen is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/.
At a glance
Will it survive here?
- Hardiness zones
- USDA 3–7
- Water needs
- medium water
- Sun
- Best in full sun.
- Soil
- loam, sandy, well drained only
- Soil pH
- 6.0–8.2
- Hail tolerance
- high
- Wind tolerance
- high
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
How big, what shape?
- Mature size
- 20–30 ft tall and 6–12 ft wide
- Mature form
- Pyramidal
- Spacing / clearance
- ~12 ft of clearance
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Lifespan
- Long-lived
What it looks like, and when
- Foliage
- Evergreen
Who else benefits
- Pollinator value
- low
- Deer
- Generally deer-resistant
- Colorado native
- No
Common problems on the Front Range
- Mountain pine beetle in drought-stressed pines
- Pine wilt nematode (esp. Scots and Austrian pine)
- Pine needle scale
These are general tendencies for this group of plants on the Front Range, not a diagnosis. Many are stress-driven and preventable with good siting and watering. For a specific plant or an active problem, consult a certified arborist or your local CSU Extension office.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes, Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) is a well-suited tree for Colorado's Front Range, rated "Recommended" on the 2024 Front Range Tree Recommendation List.
- How big does Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) get?
- It matures to about 20–30 ft tall and 6–12 ft wide.
- How much room does Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) need?
- Give Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) about 12 ft of clearance from buildings, fences, and other trees so the mature canopy isn't crowded.
- What shape does Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) grow into?
- Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) typically grows into a pyramidal, conical outline that is widest at the base. This is the species' usual mature form, named cultivars (columnar, weeping, or compact selections) can differ, so check the specific cultivar.
- Is Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) hardy on the Front Range?
- Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) is hardy in USDA 3–7. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b–6a, so it is well within range.
- How much water does Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) need?
- It needs medium water once established.
- How fast does Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) grow?
- Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) is a slow-growing tree. Growth rate depends on water and site conditions on the Front Range.
- How long does Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) live?
- Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) is long-lived, a multi-generational tree given good siting and care. Actual lifespan varies with site, water, and care.
- Is Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) native to Colorado?
- No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.
- Is Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) deer-resistant?
- Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) is generally considered deer-resistant, though no plant is deer-proof when browse pressure is high.
- Is Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) prone to pests or disease on the Front Range?
- Bosnian Pine (Emerald Arrow) can be affected by mountain pine beetle in drought-stressed pines and other issues common to this group on the Front Range. These are general tendencies, not a diagnosis, many are stress-driven and preventable with good siting and watering. For a specific plant or an active problem, consult a certified arborist or CSU Extension.
