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Pinus parviflora 'Gyok-kasen'

Also Known As

  • Gyok-kasen Japanese White Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Pinus parviflora 'Gyok-kasen' plant details

Pinus parviflora 'Gyok-kasen' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 parviflora 'Gyok-kasen'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Uses: bonsai, border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, globose, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus parviflora 'Gyok-kasen'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Short, blue-green needles on this dwarf pine give it a natural bonsai appearance. An uncommon selection from Japan.

Gardening facts about Pinus parviflora 'Gyok-kasen' plant

How to Grow Pinus parviflora 'Gyok-kasen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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