Overview
Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) is a bushy conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, coastal and cottage and informal garden.
About
Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (Japanese white pine 'Fukai') is a bushy evergreen conifer belonging to the genus Pinus, which includes both shrubs and large trees with needle-like leaves in clusters. This cultivar thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it suits various garden settings such as architectural, city, courtyard, coastal, and informal cottage gardens. 'Fukai' is drought-tolerant once established and can be propagated by grafting, offering year-round interest through all seasons.
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
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v)
- Propagation
- Propagate by grafting
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to adelgids, aphids, pine sawfly and pine shoot moth
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus and needle cast diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v)?
Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) need?
Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) 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 'Fukai' (v) hardy in the UK?
Pinus parviflora 'Fukai' (v) 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 'Fukai' (v)?
Propagate by grafting.
More in the Pinus genus
- Pinus albicauliswhite-bark pine
- Pinus aristata 'Doc'
- Pinus attenuataknobcone pine
- Pinus ayacahuiteMexican white pine
- Pinus banksiana 'Chippewa'
- Pinus bhutanicaEast Bhutan pine
- Pinus californiarumCalifornia single-leaf pinyon
- Pinus cembroidespinyon pine
