Overview
Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, wildlife gardens, low maintenance and hedging and screens.
About
Pinus parviflora, also known as Japanese white pine, is a pine in the white pine group, Pinus subgenus Strobus, native to Japan.
About the genus
A pine is any conifer in the genus Pinus of the family Pinaceae. Pinus is the sole genus in the subfamily Pinoideae. The species are evergreen trees or shrubs with their leaves in bunches, usually of 2 to 5 needles.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pinus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe'
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Adelgids, Conifer aphid, Sawfly larvae, Pine shoot moth
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Needle cast diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe'?
Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' need?
Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' hardy in the UK?
Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Pinus parviflora 'Floppy Joe'?
Seed, Grafting.
More in the Pinus genus
- Pinus peuce 'Latgale'Macedonian Pine
- Pinus pinasterMaritime Pine
- Pinus sylvestris 'Edwin Hillier'silver Scots pine
