Austrian Pine

Pinus nigra

Austrian Pine is the toughest pine for urban and suburban landscapes — tolerant of clay, drought, alkaline soil, salt, wind, and pollution where white pine and Scotch pine fail. Dense, dark green needles create a bold, formal look. Excellent windbreak and screening tree for challenging Midwest sites.

Hardiness Zones

4-7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Water Needs

Low

Maintenance

Low

Mature Size

40-60 ft H × 20-40 ft W

Growth Rate

Moderate

Bloom Season

Non-flowering (evergreen)

Bloom Color

Dark green, stiff needles year-round

Care Guide

Plant in full sun. Tolerates almost any soil type including heavy clay and alkaline conditions. Very drought tolerant once established. Watch for Diplodia tip blight in the Midwest — prune affected tips in dry weather. No shearing needed. Give adequate spacing — they spread wider than most pines.