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Description
Pinus Parviflora Miyajima, also known as the Japanese white pine, is a slow-growing evergreen tree that is native to Japan. It is a popular ornamental tree due to its unique appearance and is commonly used in Japanese gardens. The tree can grow up to 50 feet tall and has a spread of up to 30 feet. Its needles are blue-green and grow in bundles of five. The tree produces cones that are approximately 4 inches long.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukarya |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Pinophyta |
| Class: | Pinopsida |
| Order: | Pinales |
| Family: | Pinaceae |
| Genus: | Pinus |
Appearance
Pinus Parviflora Miyajima has a unique appearance due to its twisted needles and irregular growth pattern. The tree has a pyramidal shape when young but becomes more irregular with age. Its needles are blue-green and grow in bundles of five. The needles are approximately 2-3 inches long and are twisted, giving the tree a unique look. The tree produces cones that are approximately 4 inches long and are a light brown color.
Care Guide
Water: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima should be watered regularly, especially during the summer months. The tree should be watered deeply, but the soil should be allowed to dry out slightly between waterings.Fertilization: The tree should be fertilized in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer. Fertilizer should not be applied in the fall or winter.Soil: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic. The tree should not be planted in heavy clay or soil that is constantly wet.Sunlight: The tree prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.Hardiness Zones: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima is hardy in zones 5-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Pinus Parviflora Miyajima is relatively pest and disease resistant but can be susceptible to pine needle scale and pine wilt disease. Pine needle scale can be treated with horticultural oil, while pine wilt disease has no known cure and infected trees should be removed to prevent the spread of the disease.
Habitat
Pinus Parviflora Miyajima is native to Japan and is commonly found in forests and mountains. The tree prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate cold temperatures.
Question and Answer
Q: How tall can Pinus Parviflora Miyajima grow?
A: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima can grow up to 50 feet tall.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Pinus Parviflora Miyajima?
A: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima is hardy in zones 5-8.Q: What is the appearance of Pinus Parviflora Miyajima?
A: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima has twisted blue-green needles that grow in bundles of five and produces cones that are approximately 4 inches long.Q: What are the common pests and diseases of Pinus Parviflora Miyajima?
A: Pinus Parviflora Miyajima can be susceptible to pine needle scale and pine wilt disease.
Related Plants
- Pinus strobus
- Pinus parviflora
- Pinus mugo
- Pinus thunbergii
References
- “Pinus parviflora ‘Miyajima’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b732
- “Pinus parviflora ‘Miyajima’.” Plant Finder, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/1252/miyajima-japanese-white-pine/
- “Japanese White Pine ‘Miyajima’.” Gardenia, www.gardenia.net/plant-variety/pinus-parviflora-miyajima-japanese-white-pine
