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    Buy Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

    Also Known As

    • Thunderhead Japanese Black Pine

    Plant type

    tree, shrub, conifer

    size

    • H: 4'-10'
    • W: 5'-15'

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

    24-30 inch | $151

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    Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

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    Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

    #7, 24-30" | $214.99

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    #7, 30-36" | $224.99

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    Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead' plant details

    Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead' is a moderate-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

    Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
    Plant family: pinaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 15 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Uses: border plant, compact, dwarf, hedge, pyramidal, rock garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    One of the prettiest dwarf conifers, this compact Pine has pure-white buds spectacularly set off by its long, deep-green needles...somewhat like the dark and light combinations of a thunderhead! S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Long, dark-green needles protrude from the stems of this handsome pine. In winter, prominent white candles stand up at each branch tip, adding more contrast to the foliage.

    By: Conifer Kingdom

    Very dark-green, 2-4 inch long, slightly twisted needles. For a medium growing plant a choice selection.

    By: Bloom River Gardens

    This stand-out tree is a lovely addition to any landscape. It has dark green needles and an upright, mounding growth habit. In spring, large white buds contrast beautifully against the dark green background of foliage. Growth Rate medium, 6-12" annually

    By: Garden World

    A fantastic Black Pine with a broad form. Needles are large and deep green. Irregular growth habit adds character to the landscape. Mature form is shaped like a thunderhead cloud. Contrasting white buds are particularly ornamental in winter.

    By: Maplestone Ornamentals

    Pinus thunbergiana 'Thunderhead' - Japanese Black Pine Especially during winter, the eye-catching, brilliant-white candles of this popular selection of Dwarf Japanese Black Pine create a striking contrast to the thick, glossy, green needles. 'Thunderhead' develops a dense, billowy, cloud-like form that may mature to a form as wide as tall.

    By: Kigi Nursery

    Large white candles contrast with thick glossy green needles. Deer resistant, Wind and seacoast tolerant. Hardy to zone 5

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    DWARF. This delightful plant is named for its white buds on this very nice green plant. It grows to about 4' high to 5' wide in about 10 years.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead' plant

    How to Grow Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant
      • wind tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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