Pinus pumila 'Nana' — Columnar upright

Overview

Pinus pumila 'Nana' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Pinus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pinus pumila 'Nana' 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 pumila, the Siberian dwarf pine, dwarf Siberian pine, dwarf stone pine, Japanese stone pine, or creeping pine, is a tree in the family Pinaceae native to northeastern Asia and the Japanese isles. It shares the common name creeping pine with several other plants.

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 pumila 'Nana' 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 pumila 'Nana'

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 pumila 'Nana'?

Pinus pumila 'Nana' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Pinus pumila 'Nana' need?

Pinus pumila 'Nana' 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 pumila 'Nana' hardy in the UK?

Pinus pumila 'Nana' 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 pumila 'Nana'?

Seed, Grafting.

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