Buy Pinus densiflora 'Burke's Red Variegated'

Also Known As

Pinus densiflora 'Red OD Burke'
Burke's Red Variegated Japanese Red Pine
Red OD Burke Japanese Red Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Pinus densiflora 'Burke's Red Variegated' plant details

Pinus densiflora 'Burke's Red Variegated' is an evergreen conifer tree with variegated foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus densiflora 'Burke's Red Variegated'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, pyramidal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus densiflora 'Burke's Red Variegated'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright yellow bands on soft-green needles make a striking color contrast, especially in summer when the striping is livelier. This variegated Japanese Red Pine is a fast growing to 20-30' and makes a very handsome tree, especially as the reddish colored bark starts to exfoliate with maturity. Good for colder climates as it does not burn in the winter. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Bright green and yellow bands decorate the needles of this variegated Japanese red pine, and the creamy-butter coloring becomes more vibrant in summer. Vigorous and easy to grow compared to other variegated forms, this dragon eye pine tolerates diverse

By: Conifer Kingdom

Pinus densiflora 'Burke's Red Variegated' - Bright green and yellow bands decorate the needles of this variegated Japanese red pine, and the creamy-butter coloring becomes more vibrant in summer. Vigorous and easy to grow compared to other variegated forms, this dragon eye pine tolerates diverse site conditions and does not burn in winter. Also known as 'Red OD Burke,' it develops an irregular but majestic form with orange-red exfoliating bark. Striking.

By: Kigi Nursery

We think this is the best of the various Red Pine Dragon Eye forms, Talon stopped out this fall and he was very taken indeed He took tons of pictures, either our clone is exceptional or it just does not color up as well on the west coast. It also seems to be hardier than straight 'Oculus Draconis'.