About

This dwarf, slow-growing evergreen conifer which, unlike the typical species, produces a compact, flattened spherical bush, eventually reaching up to 2m (6½ft) high and 4m (13½ft) across. It is an ideal choice for a small city, or courtyard garden, where an architectural or evergreen focal point is needed. The dark-green needles are stiff, up to 12cm (5in) long and very densely produced so that the stems and basal branches are concealed by them.

About the genus

Pinus can be shrubs or large, evergreen trees, some species with attractive bark, developing an irregular outline with age and bearing long needle-like leaves in bundles of 2, 3 or 5; conspicuous cones may fall or remain on the tree for years

Growing conditions

SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7

Plant details

Plant typeShrubs, Conifers
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden

Care notes

CultivationGrow in well-drained, preferably neutral to acidic soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by grafting
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to adelgids, conifer aphid, sawfly larvae, and pine shoot moth
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus and needle cast diseases
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