Glauca Japanese white pine
Pinus parviflora 'Glauca'
RHS AGM 2012
USDA zones4 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size35 to 50 feet tall35 to 50 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Glauca' Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora 'Glauca') is a tree for specimen planting, accent, privacy screen, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows slowly into a dense evergreen and tolerates drought and salt. It sits low on the menu for deer. Birds visit it.
Pairs well with Sedge, Royal Star star magnolia, and Gladiator ornamental onion.