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Edsal Wood Japanese Red Pine

Scientific name: Pinus densiflora 'Edsal Wood'
Taxonomy
Family:Pinaceae
Type:Dwarf conifers
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:1
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Dry
Plant Characteristics
Height:1 ft
Width:1 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Named after a private nurseryman, Edsal Wood, from Wilsonville Oregon, this Japanese Red Pine variant forms a flat-bun form.

  Morphology:
This is a miniature conifer that only grows to 1’ in height and 1’ in width after many years. It has a growth rate of only 1” per year. The needles are dark green and appear thin. In the winter look for a plethora of brown buds forming on the top of this plant.

  Morphology:
Select a full sun site and well drained soil. Perfect for the rock garden.

  Pests:
Pest free.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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