Pinus parviflora 'Tempelhof' (Japanese White Pine)
Japanese White Pine 'Tempelhof'
Pinus parviflora 'Tempelhof' (Japanese White Pine) is an evergreen conifer of dense, conical habit clothed in attractive, steel blue needles that are presented in bundles of five. They retain their pretty color throughout the winter. Very conspicuous, the abundant pink and purple cones (produced at a young age) make a wonderful color contrast with the silvery foliage. A moderate grower, 6-9 in. per year (15-22 cm), this cultivar of Japanese White Pine creates a striking landscape element wherever it is planted and makes a terrific specimen tree.
- Grows up to 7-10 ft. tall and wide (2-3 m) after 20 years.
- 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.
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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 | Pinus - Pines |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 7' – 10' (210cm – 3m) |
Spread | 7' – 10' (210cm – 3m) |
Spacing | 120" (300cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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 | Pinus - Pines |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 7' – 10' (210cm – 3m) |
Spread | 7' – 10' (210cm – 3m) |
Spacing | 120" (300cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |