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Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream'

Also Known As

  • Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Gold Cream'
  • Caperci's Golden Cream Austrian Pine
  • Golden Brown Candle Austrian Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'-7'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream' plant details

Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with gold, green, variegated and white foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The new needles on this irregularly pyramidal upright conifer are splashed with lovely golden-cream, like unexpected blooms; a rare tree that makes a fine specimen and interesting conversation piece, it grows 4-6" a year to reach 6-8' in 10 years. S-PSh/M
This pine has bright creamy-yellow variegated new growth. Quite a stocky, upright tree with unique coloration!
Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Gold Cream' - An irregular upright with green foliage and a slightly irregular pyramidal habit. Really known for it's spring growth, covered with golden brown "blooms" that make a great color contrast, great looking tree in any landscape.
Irregular shoots are creamy white, it is cool looking but often gets beat up badly in winter.

Gardening facts about Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream' plant

How to Grow Pinus nigra 'Caperci's Golden Cream'

  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • gold
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
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