Mexican Pinyon
Pinus cembroides, Pinaceae
Zones
6–9
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow
Guild Roles
ProducerWindbreak
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
6.5 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Desert Scrub OakQuercus turbinella
Nurse PlantShade Provision
Bastard OleasterElaeagnus latifoliaNitrogen FixationWind Protection
Netleaf HackberryCeltis reticulataNurse Plant
Chinese JujubeZiziphus zizyphusWind ProtectionNurse Plant
Wild JujubeZiziphus nummulariaNurse PlantWind ProtectionShade Provision
Uses
Functions
Nut ProductionWindbreakTimber
Edible Parts
Seeds
Common Questions
What zones does Mexican Pinyon grow in?
Mexican Pinyon grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Mexican Pinyon?
Good companions for Mexican Pinyon include Desert Scrub Oak, Bastard Oleaster, Netleaf Hackberry, Chinese Jujube, Wild Jujube.
Design guilds with Mexican Pinyon and see companion relationships visually.
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