Diggy Eastern White Pine

Diggy Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Diggy')

Diggy Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Diggy') is a dense, dwarf cultivar with a rounded, irregular form and striking blue-green foliage. This compact selection brings a whimsical texture to garden beds and conifer collections with its short, twisted needles and sculptural presence. It�s ideal for small landscapes or detailed plantings where structure and color are needed in a tight footprint.

Distinctive Features

'Diggy' is a true dwarf, typically growing 1 to 2 feet tall and wide over many years. It features short, contorted needles that emerge a silvery-blue, giving the plant a frosted, playful appearance. Its growth is slow and mounded, with irregular branching that enhances its character in rock gardens or miniature conifer displays.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soils
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7

Ideal Uses

• Rock gardens and alpine plantings
• Miniature or fairy gardens
• Dwarf conifer collections
• Foundation beds and small borders
• Focal point in tight or specialty garden spaces

Low Maintenance Care

• Requires no shaping or pruning
• Water regularly during establishment
• Mulch to protect shallow roots and retain moisture
• Protect from heavy snow in exposed areas
• Watch for white pine pests in humid regions

Why Choose Diggy Eastern White Pine

• Charming dwarf form with irregular texture
• Frosted blue-green needles add visual interest
• Perfect for small gardens or specialty displays
• Low-maintenance and cold hardy
• Creates a unique evergreen focal point in miniature landscapes

Diggy Eastern White Pine offers sculptural charm and cool color in a compact form, making it a standout evergreen focal point for collectors and creative gardeners alike.