Japanese Red Pine

Pinus Densiflora

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Overview

Pinus densiflora, commonly known as Japanese Red Pine, adds exotic appeal with reddish-brown bark that peels in plates. This conifer grows 20-60 ft tall, with a spread of 15-25 ft, ideal for medium-sized gardens. Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it's hardy to USDA zone 3. Needles in bundles of two add year-round interest. It's an excellent specimen for bonsai or a naturalistic landscape setting.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 1–4

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — commonly known as Japanese Red Pine

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — adds exotic appeal with reddish-brown bark that peels in plates

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — This conifer grows 20-60 ft tall, with a spread of 15-25 ft, ideal for medium-sized gardens

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it's hardy to USDA zone 3

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — Needles in bundles of two add year-round interest

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — It's an excellent specimen for bonsai or a naturalistic landscape setting

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 1–4

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Pinaceae

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Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — commonly known as Japanese Red Pine

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — adds exotic appeal with reddish-brown bark that peels in plates

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — This conifer grows 20-60 ft tall, with a spread of 15-25 ft, ideal for medium-sized gardens

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it's hardy to USDA zone 3

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — Needles in bundles of two add year-round interest

Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) — It's an excellent specimen for bonsai or a naturalistic landscape setting

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