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Pinus thunbergii Thunderhead

Thunderhead Black Pine

A dwarf form that is vigorous and compact boasting perfectly arranged dark green needles. Brilliant white candles contrast with the mature needles, especially in the winter. It develops into an upright evergreen that is tolerant of salt.

  • »  Classified as a dwarf this pine is upright and rounded with irregular ascending branches
  • »  Long deep green needles grow densely along the branches
  • »  Branch tips display showy white buds

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  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:175-300 cm
  • Spread:200-300 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Salt Tolerant
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
• Pyramidal
• Rounded
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

This hardy pine adds a key visual focal point to any landscape setting that requires an informally shaped plant. A uniquely structured specimen resembling the shape of a thunderhead cloud.

To improve looks and airflow, these plants would benefit from periodic 'combing' (use your fingers) to remove dead material.