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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

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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
Bundles of dark green needles are attractively arranged around slivery white buds. Rounded growth habit.

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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