Pinus bungeana - P9

Description
The Lacebark pine (Pinus bungeana) is a large tree that grows into a broad, pyramidal, picturesque shape and usually reaches a height of around 30 m and a width of around 15 m. Its needle-like leaves are a medium green colour. This tree is highly frost-hardy. It prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny position.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large tree * grey-green shoots * fragrant flowers

Leaves
The Lacebark pine is evergreen. Its needles are medium green, prickly.

Bark
Its multicoloured, flaking bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Lacebark pine has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Lacebark pine is a broad, pyramid-shaped, picturesque large tree with a loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 20–30 m and a width of approx. 10–15 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Fruit
Brown, oval cones. The young cones are pale yellow in colour.

Shoots
The shoots of Pinus bungeana are grey-green.