(Pinus patula)
Mexican weeping pine, also known as Mexican yellow pine, so named for its needles which hang down from the end of the branches is a species of pine native to southern Mexico that enjoys mountainous climates and is moderately drought tolerant. Foliage is bright green, needles in groups of 3-4 and approximately 15-30cm long. Bark is reddish-brown turning grey with age. Growing to 30m with a trunk diameter up to 1m in largest specimens, it prefers warm climates but can withstand periods of freezing temperatures for some time.
Germination: Soak in water for 24 hours, cold stratify for 60 days. Plant in soil substrate 1-2cm deep and wait for germination.
Packet contains at least 50 seeds.