Mops Mugo Pine

Mops Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo 'Mops')

Mops Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo 'Mops') is a classic, compact evergreen known for its dense, rounded form and bright green needles. This slow-growing dwarf variety is valued for its neat appearance and year-round structure, making it a popular choice for foundation plantings, rock gardens, and borders. Its low, bun-like shape offers consistent color and texture with minimal upkeep.

Distinctive Features

'Mops' forms a tidy, dome-shaped mound with tight branching and short, vibrant green needles that retain their color even through winter. Its uniform habit and naturally low height make it ideal for small-scale designs or low borders. The plant remains compact without pruning, providing reliable form and structure in all seasons.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soils
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Low to moderate; water consistently during establishment
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7

Ideal Uses

• Rock gardens and alpine plantings
• Foundation beds and low borders
• Dwarf conifer collections
• Containers and trough gardens
• Mass plantings for evergreen ground structure

Low Maintenance Care

• No pruning required to maintain shape
• Water regularly during the first two seasons
• Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Fertilize in early spring if needed
• Highly cold-hardy and tolerant of urban conditions

Why Choose Mops Mugo Pine

• Neat, uniform growth for small spaces
• Bright green foliage provides year-round appeal
• Extremely low-maintenance and slow-growing
• Ideal for edging, rock gardens, and container use
• Provides a compact evergreen focal point with dependable structure

Mops Mugo Pine delivers tidy form, rich color, and enduring structure, making it a reliable evergreen focal point in any low-maintenance or small-scale landscape design.