Lodgepole Pine vs Mugo Pine - TreeTime.ca

Lodgepole Pine vs Mugo Pine

Pinus mugo

Pinus contorta var. latifolia

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Mugo Pine
Lodgepole Pine

The Mugo Pine is a smaller evergreen that is commonly seen in small city lots or up against houses or commercial buildings. Its slow growth allows for a long life without ever getting too large.

It is a very attractive tree that seldom gets the attention it deserves outside of professional landscapers. Mugo Pine is an extremely hardy, adaptable evergreen.

Lodgepole pine is well suited to western Canada's climate and growing conditions. This native pine noted for its rapid growth among evergreen. And as one of Canada's hardiest conifers, it can tolerate cold, shade, drought, and poor soil conditions.

Mugo Pine Quick Facts

Lodgepole Pine Quick Facts

Zone: 2a
Zone: 1a
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Spread: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: very long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


In row spacing: 3 - 4 m (10 - 12 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Native to: AB, BC, SK, YT, NT
Other Names: mountain pine, swiss mountain pine