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Also Known As

  • Picola Dwarf Japanese Umbrella Pine

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Sciadopitys verticillata 'Picola' plant details

Sciadopitys verticillata 'Picola' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sciadopitys verticillata 'Picola'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: sciadopityaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: compact, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sciadopitys verticillata 'Picola'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

S. VERTICILLIATA ‘PICOLA’ - is a very bushy small umbrella pine. The congested stems and foliage makes a nice pyramidal shrub.
Dwarf Japanese Umbrella Pine dense and compact, this slower growing form of evergreen conifer is perfect for the patio garden. Shorter, thinner needles on short shoots create a bushy habit that becomes broadly upright with age. The darkest green of all the dwarfs, resulting in a very rich look. Full sun to partial shade and organic rich well drained soil is preferred.

Gardening facts about Sciadopitys verticillata 'Picola' plant

How to Grow Sciadopitys verticillata 'Picola'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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