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Pinus thunbergii

Japanese Black Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Acacia/George/Mullany

 

Description

This Pinus variety slowly reaches 25-75' tall and 15-25' wide. It has an irregular shape, with dark gray-green needles. It does best in full sun with fertile, moist, well draining soil. This pine tolerates the ocean influence, even down to the shore line, growing in sandy soil. This evergreen conifer can be grown in containers for bonsai. Many varieties available but makes a nice specimen tree.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40', 40-60', 60-100'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Intermittent

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Indoor, Lawn, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.