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Pinus densiflora

Also Known As

Pinus densiflora f. liaotungensis
Pinus densiflora var. brevifolia
Pinus densiflora var. densiflora
Pinus densiflora var. funebris
Pinus funebris
Pinus scopifera
Japanese Red Pine
Sikhote Red Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 70'-100'
W: 20'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Pinus densiflora plant details

Pinus densiflora is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. and brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus densiflora

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 70 FT - 100 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, dense, multi-trunked, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus densiflora

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A picturesque tree with twisted,flat-topped habit with attractive orange-red bark (peeling above a certain height) and 3-5" bright-green needles; much loved in Japan as tree, bonsai subject, and host for delectable Matsutake fungi. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Now considered to be Pinus densiflora var fuenbris, the Sikhote Red Pine. Remember when visiting houses of ill repute da sik ho could result in da fuenbris.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Uniform, round, dense with a flat top for an umbrella-like appearance. Hardy to zone 4

By: Lael's Moon Garden

A stately tree, eventually reaching 90-100', it is a fast grower when young. The handsome, broad head is comprised of long, bluish-green needles and is borne on the top quarter of the height of the straight, reddish trunk. The trunk often is composed of multiple trunks at ground level. This makes an especially desirous effect for informal gardens and provides moderate shade for woodland gardens.