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alpine

[al-pahyn, -pin] / ˈæl paɪn, -pɪn /


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The herd at Smiling Buddha Yaks thrives in Colorado’s alpine climate.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026

An estimated 5,000 plant species grow across Taiwan, occupying environments that extend from humid tropical rainforests near sea level to cold alpine tundra at the highest elevations.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 4, 2026

Renowned Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja is among 10 people missing after an avalanche in northern Pakistan where he was leading a climbing expedition, the country's alpine club said.

From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026

Algeria battled back brilliantly twice against Austria in their final group game to qualify, and almost won the game, but they face a mountain to climb to get past another alpine nation.

From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026

An alpine lake I had once swum in.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman

At Oliver Nurseries, the alpines and plants that favor troughlike conditions are a small part of the vast offerings, as they have been since the nursery opened nearly 60 years ago.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 9, 2023

“No alpines are going to bloom all season,” Chips said.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 9, 2023

Including Chips and her infectious love of alpines.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 9, 2023

The openings between rocks offer opportunities for planting sun-loving alpines, succulents or small spring-flowering bulbs — plants with shallow roots that prefer well-drained soil.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 20, 2022

Where alpines are grown in pots this should form one, as it makes a charming specimen; the drainage should be perfect.

From Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers Describing the Most Desirable Plants, for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies. by John Wood




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