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Pinus parviflora 'Shion'

Also Known As

  • Shion Japanese White Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 30"

planting zones

  • 4a-7a

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Pinus parviflora 'Shion' plant details

Pinus parviflora 'Shion' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and burgundy foliage. and brown and red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus parviflora 'Shion'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and burgundy
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus parviflora 'Shion'

USDA Zones: 4a - 7a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dense broad pyramid with great silver-blue needles. Heavy male and female cone production - male pollen cones are pink at needle bases. Rich colored buds are deep brown to magenta.

Gardening facts about Pinus parviflora 'Shion' plant

How to Grow Pinus parviflora 'Shion'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
    • brown
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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