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Pinus thunbergii 'Nishiki Tsukasa'

Also Known As

  • Nishiki Tsukasa Black Pine
  • Nishiki Tsukasa Japanese Black Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 18'-24'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Pinus thunbergii 'Nishiki Tsukasa' plant details

Pinus thunbergii 'Nishiki Tsukasa' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low 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 'Nishiki Tsukasa'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 18 FT - 24 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, distinctive bark, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus thunbergii 'Nishiki Tsukasa'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright windswept look, corky bark as tree matures, good in containers or rock gardens, Hardy to zone 5

Gardening facts about Pinus thunbergii 'Nishiki Tsukasa' plant

How to Grow Pinus thunbergii 'Nishiki Tsukasa'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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