Pinyon Pine
Pinus edulis
Height: 6m (20 FT.)
Spread: 5 - 6m (16 - 20 FT.)
Long lived, slow growing evergreen tree. Low, rounded (at times wider than tall) form. Fragrant bark, dark green needles and brown rose shaped cones which produce edible seeds(nuts). Excellent in dry, sandy and gravel soils. Drought tolerant once established.