6. Afghan Pine
Other common names: Mondel, Elder or Calabrian Pine
Scientific name: Pinus eldarica
Height: 30-80' , Width: 25-40'
Evergreen: Yes
Drought tolerant: Yes
Climate Action: Yes
Native to: Southern Russia to Pakistan
Fun fact: Afghan pines naturally grow in 20" of annual rainfall, so overwatering them is dangerous to the health of the tree
Evergreen. Native from southern Russia to Pakistan. Conical to mounded growth habit. Dark green needles, 5”-6” long, in bundles of two. Drought tolerant.