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Pinus parviflora ‘Glauca’ (Japanese White Pine)

Japanese White Pine 'Glauca'

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Pinus parviflora 'Glauca', Pinus parviflora Glauca Group,  Japanese White Pine 'Glauca', Conifer, Evergreen Tree, Evergreen Shrub, Blue Conifer

Pinus parviflora ‘Glauca’ (Japanese White Pine) is a small evergreen coniferous tree of dense, conical habit when young, but develops into a wide-spreading, irregularly shaped tree, with a broad, flattened canopy. The foliage of stiff, curved, silver-blue needles is presented in tufts at the branch tips, adding charm to this picturesque tree. Very conspicuous, the abundant brownish-red cones open when ripe and persist for up to 6 years, adding further interest. Adding up to 12 in. per year (30 cm), this cultivar of Japanese White Pine creates a striking landscape element wherever it is planted and makes a terrific specimen tree. Popular as a bonsai plant and in Asian gardens.

  • Winner of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
  • Grows up to 35-50 ft. tall and wide (10-15 m).
  • Performs best in full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soils. Plants prefer cool summer climates and dislike heat and humidity. Drought tolerant once established. Tolerates salt spray.
  • Easy to grow, easy to care for, and rarely browsed by deer.
  • No pruning required.
  • Native to Japan, Korea.

Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Plant Family Pinaceae
Genus Pinus
Common names Japanese White Pine, Pine
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 35' - 50'
(10.7m - 15.2m)
Spread 35' - 50'
(10.7m - 15.2m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Salt
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden, Japanese Garden
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Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Plant Family Pinaceae
Genus Pinus
Common names Japanese White Pine, Pine
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 35' - 50'
(10.7m - 15.2m)
Spread 35' - 50'
(10.7m - 15.2m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Salt
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden, Japanese Garden
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