Has anyone had or witnessed success with Ponderosa pines in the South, i.e. Atlanta area? Granted, my exposure is limited with them but I have yet to see one thrive. The examples I have seen languish and die a long, drawn-out death. Could just be the owner's of them not providing proper care, but I just wasn't sure if it was a species ill suited to our area.
For example: Much as I love them, I wouldn't spend a huge amount of cash or time on a Colorado Blue Spruce for our climate. You see the occassional one in the landscape but they are usually still quite young "live" Christmas trees that often do not survive into maturity. They don't seem to dig our hot, humid nights and mild winters.
Any experience would be appreciated.
Best,
Kirk
For example: Much as I love them, I wouldn't spend a huge amount of cash or time on a Colorado Blue Spruce for our climate. You see the occassional one in the landscape but they are usually still quite young "live" Christmas trees that often do not survive into maturity. They don't seem to dig our hot, humid nights and mild winters.
Any experience would be appreciated.
Best,
Kirk