Pinus heldreichii – Heldreich’s pine, Bosnian pine

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Pinus heldreichii – Heldreich’s pine, Bosnian pine

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A beautifully shaped large tree, growing up to 20 m tall with dense branching. The crown is broad oval although it can become irregularly round on older trees. The thick, mature bark is grey-brown and deeply grooved revealing the light brown-yellow bast. The German name Schlangenhaut-Kiefer refers to this feature. The tips of the stiff, glossy, dark green needles are usually curved towards the twigs. They are in twos, 6 to 11 cm long and encased at the base by a grey, papery membrane. The oval to narrow oval cones are in twos or threes on short stems. First they are dark green to bluish purple, turning matt light brown to grey when ripening. A variable species which is often still found under the synonym P. leucodermis or P. heldreichii var. Leucodermis. Has few demands as to soil, tolerates limy soil and wind.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
Availability
High (3)
Specifications
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Height
25 (30) m
Width
8-12m
Crown
broad oval, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
twigs brown-grey to light brown, bark grey-brown, thick and deeply grooved
Leaf
stiff needles, curved towards the twig to straight, 2 together, 6 - 11 cm, glossy dark green, evergreen
Flowers
♂ in clusters b♂ the young shoots, bright yellow, fragrant flowers
Fruits
cones, 6 - 10 cm long, 4 - 6 cm wide
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
any, tolerates limy soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
provides food for birds
Application
tree containers, roof gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem, specimen conifer
Origin
Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Northern Greece and Southern Italy
Synonyms
Pinus leucodermis, Pinus heldreichii var. leucodermis
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree Specimen conifer clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind oval 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green yellow average growing provides food for birds non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Fragrant flowers
Frequently asked questions
Pinus heldreichii

Pinus heldreichii can eventually reach a height of 25 (30) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Pinus heldreichii is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 25 (30) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Pinus heldreichii is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Pinus heldreichii with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Pinus heldreichii blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.