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Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu'
Also Known As
- Pinus thunbergii 'Torabu Matsu'
- Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu Matsu'
- Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu-matsu'
- Torabu Matsu Japanese Black Pine
- Torafu-matsu Japanese Black Pine
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 7'-50'
- W: 3'-25'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu' plant details
Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with chartreuse and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu'
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: pinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 25 FT - wide, 7 FT - 50 FT - tall
- Uses: bonsai, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An upright open conifer to 50' with a loosely pyramidal form. The deep-green needles have bright speckles of gold, especially at needle tips, which make this elegant tree look as if it is sparkling! Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. S/M
By: Forestfarm
Bundles of dark green needles are attractively arranged around slivery white buds. Rounded growth habit.
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Gardening facts about Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu' plant
How to Grow Pinus thunbergii 'Torafu'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- chartreuse
- green
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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