Japanese Black Pine - Thunderhead
Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'
PL# 4350Size: Quart
Quantity
5 ready to ship
Shipping & returns
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About This Plant
Thunderhead is a dense, broadly pyramidal Japanese black pine with long, glossy dark-green needles and striking silver-white candles (new shoots) in late winter and early spring. Vigorous, about 10 to 15 feet tall and up to 20 feet wide in 10 years, and easy to prune to size or shape as a garden bonsai. Hardy to zone 5, though needles can burn below about -10°F.
Plant Details
Plant growth info & colors are estimates gathered from garden trials around the world. Your garden’s sun, soil, nutrition, heat, weather, etc. may give different results. We try our best to store the most accurate info. If you have any corrections, please don’t hesitate to reach out to help us improve our data for gardeners around the world.
Our Tips & Recommendations
Watering
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, adjust watering based on your local conditions.
Soil & Planting
Plant in well-drained soil amended with compost. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery container.
Great Companions
Group plants with similar sun and water needs together for a thriving garden. Check the Plant Details above for this variety’s specific requirements.
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