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    • Photo of Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera' form by Bruce Marlin

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    Also Known As

    • Japanese Red Umbrella Pine

    Plant type

    tree, shrub, conifer

    size

    • H: 8'-10'
    • W: 15'

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera' plant details

    Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera'

    Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
    Plant family: pinaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Uses: bonsai, border plant, distinctive bark, dwarf, globose, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This pine is a classic variety that is frequently used in landscapes for its distinct structure, closely resembling an umbrella. Branches tend to head up, widening towards the top, creating bare orange-red branches below and a thick canopy of dark-green f

    By: Conifer Kingdom

    A slow-growing miniature tree with a ?dense umbrella-like head of branches, bearing tiny cones? (Hillier). S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    A two-needled pine often found in Asian-themed gardens. Foliage is a nice mid-green throughout the year. Will eventually reach 10 feet or more and a spread of 15 feet. Over time the branches spread out lending to its umbrella shape. The bark on mature trees peels showcasing the orange-red color underneath.

    By: Bloom River Gardens

    Dwarf, slow-growing, evergreen conifer. Umbrella or mushroom shaped. Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Growth Rate slow

    By: Garden World

    Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera' - The famous Tanyosho Japanese Red Umbrella Pine. Slow growing, round habit that has a compact, dense form, and stays small, making it ideal for a specimen or pruned sculpture. Outstanding orange exfoliating bark on multiple trunks adds year round interest. Make a very interesting bonsai and widely used in the Japanese Landscape.

    By: Kigi Nursery

    Umbrella like growth on a small growing tree. Peeling bark. Ideal for oriental gardens. Can grow to 5-8' in ten years. May reach 10'+ over time but frequently pruned smaller.

    By: Fantastic Plants

    Gardening facts about Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera' plant

    How to Grow Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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