Pinus taiwanensis

Also Known As

Taiwan Red Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 50'-115'
W: 20'

planting zones

8a-10a

Pinus taiwanensis plant details

Pinus taiwanensis is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus taiwanensis

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 0 - 20 FT - wide, 50 FT - 115 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, distinctive bark, rare, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus taiwanensis

USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bark of this rare tree (from Taiwan of course) is fissured into purplish, square scales while its 3-4" needles are grouped in 2?s; it can grow to 100' or more in the wild but seldom beats 50' in cultivation. S/M