About
Pinus bungeana, the lacebark pine, is a slow-growing conifer to 30 m, frequently branching near the base to form a bushy tree or large shrub. Grown primarily for its ornamental, smooth, grey-green bark that flakes away in irregular patches revealing creamy-white, red, purple, brown and green tones. The rigid, pointed, dark-green needles 5�10 cm long are borne in threes. One of the most beautiful of all ornamental pines for a well-drained, sunny garden.
About the genus
Pinus, the pines, are evergreen coniferous trees or shrubs � some with attractive bark � developing an irregular crown with age and bearing long, needle-like leaves in bundles of 2, 3 or 5. Conspicuous cones may fall or persist on the tree for years. Among the most widely grown of all ornamental conifers.
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