The genus Pinus comprises both shrubs and sizable, evergreen trees. Certain species feature notable bark and, as they mature, tend to form an irregular silhouette. The foliage consists of elongated, needle-like leaves arranged in clusters of 2, 3, or 5. Their prominent cones can either drop off or persist on the tree for several years.

Pinus parviflora 'Sieryoden'

Pinus parviflora 'Smout'

Pinus parviflora 'Tanima-no-yuki' is a compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer that typically reaches about 60 cm (2 ft) in height and 1 m (39 in) in width after a decade. This cultivar features a dense, mounding to spreading growth form. The young needles emerge white before gradually transitioning to a deep green. These soft, slender needles are arranged in groups of five at the tips of the branches, measuring around 3 cm (1¼ in) in length and exhibiting a slight curve or twist, contributing to the tree's textured canopy.

Pinus parviflora 'Tanima-no-yuki'

Pinus parviflora 'Tayo-nishiki'

Pinus parviflora 'Tempelhof'

Pinus parviflora 'Templeflora'

Pinus parviflora 'Tenysu-kazu'

Pinus parviflora 'Tokyo Dwarf'

Pinus parviflora 'Tortuosa'

Pinus parviflora 'Torulosa'

Pinus parviflora 'Tribune'

Pinus parviflora 'Tsai's Cushion'

Pinus parviflora 'Venus'

Pinus parviflora 'Walker's Dwarf'

Pinus parviflora 'Watnong'

Pinus parviflora 'Zelkova'

Pinus parviflora 'Zui-sho'

Pinus parviflora 'Ōgon-goyo'

Pinus parviflora 'Ōgon-janome'

Pinus parviflora (Glauca Group) 'Glauca Nana'

Pinus parviflora (Glauca Group) 'Glauca' is an evergreen conifer that can attain heights between 10 to 15 meters (33 to 50 feet) at maturity, with a similar spread. In their early years, these trees exhibit a dense, conical form, which gradually evolves to a more horizontal outline as they grow older. The bark is initially smooth and has a greyish-black hue, transitioning to a fissured texture on mature specimens. The needles are a silvery blue-green, stiff, and grow in clusters of five at the ends of new shoots. Each needle measures about 7.5 centimeters (3 inches) in length and has a slight twist, contributing to a ruffled appearance in the canopy. The cones are oval-shaped, reddish-brown, and can appear either singly or in small groups. They have a longevity of around six to seven years on the tree, resulting in a noticeable accumulation of cones on older individuals.

Pinus parviflora (Glauca Group) 'Glauca'

Pinus parviflora Aizu-goyo Group

This compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer typically reaches a height of 60 cm (2 ft) and a spread of 40 cm (16 in) within a decade, ultimately growing to heights of 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft) at full maturity. It features a densely conical shape. The needles, which are short and blue-green, are stiff and grow in clusters of five at the tips of new shoots. Each needle measures around 3 cm (1¼ in) in length and has a slight forward curvature, enveloping the buds at the stem tips. This tree is well-suited for small urban gardens or courtyards where a year-round architectural element is desired. It also performs well in containers and is a good option for rockeries.

Pinus parviflora Azuma-goyo Group

Pinus parviflora Fukushima-goyo Group

Pinus parviflora Glauca Group is an evergreen conifer that can grow to heights of 10-15 meters (33-50 feet) and can achieve a similar width at maturity. In its early years, this tree exhibits a dense, conical form, which gradually expands into a more open shape as it ages. The bark starts out smooth and greyish-black, later developing fissures in older specimens. The needles are a silvery blue-green hue, stiff, and arranged in bundles of five at the tips of new growth. Each needle measures about 7.5 cm (3 inches) long and has a slight twist, contributing to a textured canopy. The cones are oval-shaped, reddish-brown, and may appear individually or in small clusters. They can remain attached to the tree for approximately six to seven years, resulting in a significant accumulation of cones on mature trees over time.

Pinus parviflora Glauca Group

Pinus parviflora Ishizuchi-goyo Group

Pinus parviflora Nasu-goyo Group

Pinus parviflora Shikoku-goyo Group

Pinus parviflora Shiobara-goyo Group

Pinus parviflora var. parviflora

Pinus parviflora var. pentaphylla

Pinus parviflora var. pentaphylla 'Glauca'

Pinus patula is a medium-sized evergreen conifer characterized by its graceful form. It features long, slender needles that can reach up to 30 cm, displaying a vibrant green hue. The tree's reddish bark provides a striking contrast to the foliage. Its cones are curved and can grow up to 10 cm long, exhibiting a pale brown color.

Pinus patula

Pinus patula 'Icefall'

Pinus patula var. longipedunculata

Pinus patula var. patula

Pinus peuce is a tall, coniferous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 meters, characterized by its narrowly pyramidal shape. The young shoots exhibit a glossy green color, while the needle-like leaves, arranged in bundles of five, are a deep blue-green and can grow as long as 10 centimeters. These needles are densely packed along the shoots. The tree produces cylindrical green cones, each measuring up to 15 centimeters in length and featuring white resin. These cones are attached to short stalks and mature to a brown hue in the autumn.

Pinus peuce

Pinus peuce 'Arnold Dwarf'

Pinus peuce 'Cesarini'

Pinus peuce 'Daniel'

Pinus peuce 'Harlekin'

Pinus peuce 'Latgale'

Pinus peuce 'Pacific Blue'

Pinus peuce 'Thessaloniki Broom'

Pinus peuce 'Wageningen'

Pinus pinaster is a tall evergreen conifer characterized by its broad, open crown and elongated, straight trunk. The tree features stiff, paired needles that can grow up to 25 cm in length. Its durable, rich brown cones can reach lengths of 15 cm and persist on the tree for an extended period.

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