Pinus Mugo Ophir 5 Litre Pot

Pinus mugo ‘Ophir’ – Golden Dwarf Mountain Pine

Pinus mugo ‘Ophir’ is a compact evergreen conifer admired for its bright golden-yellow winter foliage and neat mound-forming habit. During the warmer months the needles are fresh green, turning brilliant golden-yellow as temperatures drop. Slow growing and very hardy, it is perfect for rockeries, borders, gravel gardens and containers.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:
Fresh green needles emerge, forming a dense compact mound.

Summer:
Rich green foliage creates a neat, rounded evergreen structure.

Autumn:
Foliage begins to develop warm golden tones.

Winter:
Needles turn bright golden-yellow, providing vibrant winter colour.

Structure & Form

• Dwarf evergreen conifer

• Height: 60–80cm

• Spread: 80–100cm

• Dense needle foliage

• Naturally rounded mound habit

A colourful, compact conifer for smaller spaces.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Rockeries: Excellent dwarf conifer.

• Gravel Gardens: Thrives in sunny conditions.

• Borders: Adds evergreen structure and winter colour.

• Containers: Ideal for patios and small gardens.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position:
Full sun for best colour.

Soil:
Well-drained soil; tolerates poor soils once established.

Hardiness:
Extremely hardy in the UK (approximately -25°C).

Maintenance:
Very low maintenance. Little pruning required; remove damaged growth if necessary.

Why Choose Pinus mugo ‘Ophir’?

• Brilliant golden winter colour

• Compact mound-forming habit

• Ideal for small gardens and containers

• Extremely hardy and drought tolerant

• Low maintenance evergreen

Pinus mugo ‘Ophir’ is a colourful dwarf conifer that provides year-round interest and striking winter colour in the garden.