Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead' - 12-15 CM BR

Description
The Japanese black pine 'Thunderhead' (Pinus thunbergii) is a tree or shrub that grows irregularly and usually reaches a height of about 3 m and a width of about 1.5 m. Its needle-like leaves are blue-green in colour. This tree is highly frost-hardy.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Pinus thunbergiana.

Leaves
The Japanese black pine 'Thunderhead' is evergreen. Its needles are blue-green.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese black pine 'Thunderhead' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese black pine 'Thunderhead' is irregular 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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Use
Solitary, group planting, heather garden