Japanese white pine
Pinus parviflora 'Venus'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
Non flowering Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora 'Venus') should be watered regularly in order to thrive and grow strong. During the summer months, water deeply and thoroughly weekly, allowing the top 2 inches of soil to dry out in between waterings. During the winter months, water every other week or less, as this species does not need as much water to survive. Make sure to water only at the base of the plant and not the pine needles.
sunlight
Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora 'Venus') prefers an area of full sun with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight a day. Morning sun is generally considered best as it helps to dry lingering dew from overnight which can damage the foliage. However, if the area is particularly hot or dry, some afternoon shade is beneficial. As with most conifers, too much shade can cause needle discoloration, so ensure the plant is receiving a good amount of sun before seeing symptom of overshading.
pruning
Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora 'Venus') should be pruned in late winter, preferably late February or early March. Pruning should involve removing any dead, dying, or diseased growth, and any crossing or inward growing branches. In addition, sparking is recommended, with any long branches cut back by half. Sparking helps to promote branch ramification, creating a dense, bushy tree form. Japanese white pine should not be sheared or heavily pruned, as this will reduce the plants natural compact form.
