Pinus koraiensis 'Golden Eye' - 25-30 CM C7.5

Description
The Korean nut pine (Pinus koraiensis) is a shrub that grows loosely in a conical shape and usually reaches a height of around 9 metres and a width of around 3 metres. This shrub is well tolerant of frost and prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Pinus cembra var. mandshurica, Pinus mandshurica.

Bulletpoints
* decorative cones

Spread
Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Korean nut pine has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Korean nut pine is conical and loose in structure.

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 soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Fruit
The cones of Pinus koraiensis are particularly decorative. The young cones have a yellow-red colour.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub