Japanese black pine

Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii 'Mia Kujaku') should be watered when the soil has almost completely dried out. To measure this, insert your finger 2-3 inches in the soil. If it feels dry, then the plant needs to be watered. Avoid overly wetting the soil; this type of pine requires soil that is slightly on the dry side for optimal growth. During the growing season, water thoroughly once or twice per week, depending on the weather conditions. In the winter, water in moderation; typically no more than once per month is necessary.

Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii 'Mia Kujaku') prefers full sun or light shade. The exact amount of sunlight needed depending on the region and season, but generally, the tree should receive at least 6-7 hours of direct sunlight each day. During winter and early spring, the tree may require more shade than direct sun, so it’s important to take this into consideration when place the tree in your garden.

Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii 'Mia Kujaku') should be pruned during its dormant season. Pruning should be done to remove dead, damaged, or otherwise unhealthy branches. This should be done very lightly once a year, as pruning too much can disturb the plant's growth. In addition, any shaping that needs to be done should be done during dormancy, as light pruning should be done 2 or 3 times per year during the growing season.