Pinus parviflora 'Blue Giant' - 40-50 CM RB

Description
The Japanese white pine 'Blue Giant' (Pinus parviflora) is a woody plant that grows loosely and usually reaches a height of around 10 metres. Its leaves have a blue-green colour. This tree is well tolerant of frost and prefers well-drained, calcareous, slightly acidic soil in a sunny position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Pinus pentaphylla.

leaves
The Japanese white pine 'Blue Giant' is evergreen. Its needles are blue-green.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese white pine 'Blue Giant' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese white pine 'Blue Giant' is loose in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant 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
Cones.

Use
Container, solitary, group planting, ornamental shrub, balcony/patio