Bristlecone Pine Tree, 2 Year Bare Root Plant, Pinus aristata, Bonsai Starter Tree, Drought Tolerant Evergreen, Rocky Garden

1 Bristlecone Pine – 2-Year-Old Bare Root Tree (Pinus aristata)

Bring the character of the American mountain landscape to your garden with a Bristlecone Pine! Known for its rugged appearance, remarkable longevity, and ability to grow in harsh mountain environments, this distinctive evergreen conifer is an excellent choice for bonsai enthusiasts and gardeners creating rocky or dry-climate landscapes.

Native to the high mountainous regions of the American West, Bristlecone Pine develops an especially interesting form as it matures, with naturally gnarled and twisted trunks.

Plant Details

• Quantity: 1 tree

• Age: 2 years old

• Botanical name: Pinus aristata

• Common name: Bristlecone Pine

• Plant type: Evergreen conifer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

• Mature height: Approximately 8–20 feet

• Mature width: Approximately 10–15 feet

• Foliage: Short needles ranging from deep green to blue-green

• Native region: Mountainous western United States

Growing Information

Bristlecone Pine is adapted to challenging mountain conditions and is a wonderful option for gardeners who can provide excellent drainage.

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil: Very well-drained soil

• Watering: Avoid poorly drained and consistently wet soil

• Container growing: Requires especially well-draining soil

For container growing and bonsai, we recommend our Dryland/High Elevation Conifer Potting Soil Mix.

Great Uses for Bristlecone Pine

• Bonsai projects and collections

• Xeriscaping and water-wise landscapes

• Rock gardens and alpine-style gardens

• Rocky landscape plantings

• Distinctive evergreen garden focal points

Its naturally rugged appearance makes it particularly attractive in bonsai and mountain-inspired landscape designs.

What You Will Receive

• 1 live, two-year-old Bristlecone Pine tree

• Bare root plant, shipped without a pot

Availability

Two-year bare root trees are sold out until February 2027.

The seller previously indicated that ordering would reopen in late August 2026. Please check the current listing availability before ordering.

Shipping Information

Free shipping is available to most locations.

Additional freight charges may apply for shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. Territories, and remote areas.

Orders may be held if temperatures are warmer than 89°F or colder than 20°F until conditions improve.

All plants are inspected for quality before shipment. If your plant arrives damaged, please contact us promptly and include photographs of the package and plant so we can help resolve the issue.

Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon nursery.

Add this distinctive western evergreen to your bonsai collection or create a beautiful rocky landscape with Bristlecone Pine!