Japanese Umbrella Pines are one of the coolest and most unique of all the conifers and 'Wintergreen' is one of the best varieties because...Read More of the dark green foliage that really doesn't yellow in winter. The only downside is that snow and ice can easily break off branches. It needs careful siting but is not difficult to grow otherwise.
I purchased a 10-inch seedling 4 yrs. ago from a local nursery and planted in a spot with some wind protection and some mid-day shade - t...Read Moreree is now 3 ft. tall and 2 ft. wide. Another 10-inch seedling I purchased 3 yrs. ago, moved after a year to a spot with less wind protection and full sun is 18 in. tall. Seems to like some wind protection and growth is rather slow but very symmetrical. Has a very interesting pre-historic look with needles arranged in umbrella shaped whorls on the branches. Great texture and keeps a good dark green color all winter. Nice as a specimen.
Japanese Umbrella Pines are one of the coolest and most unique of all the conifers and 'Wintergreen' is one of the best varieties because...Read More
I purchased a 10-inch seedling 4 yrs. ago from a local nursery and planted in a spot with some wind protection and some mid-day shade - t...Read More