Sciadopitys verticillata
Japanese Umbrella Pine

Description

General: An outstanding tree with unusual, thick, glossy needles. Slow growing when young but eventually reaches a striking conical shape. It will grow to about 20-30' in height and 15-20' in spread.

Leaves: The thick, glossy double needles grow in layers of whorls around the stems.

Fruit: Cones, 2 to 4" long and 1 to 2" wide.

Bark: Interesting exfoliating bark but barely visible through the foliage in some specimens. It is reddish brown with vertical fissures.

Culture

Growing Conditions: Prefers full sun and rich, acidic soils.

Maintenance: No regular pruning necessary and no insect or disease problems.

Transplanting: Balled and burlapped or from container anytime, except when in new growth.

Hardiness
Zone 5 to 7, although it prefers the cooler limit.

Experience at Great Hill
Great, no problems! Growth is slow for a couple of years until well established then takes off.

Attributes
This is a very handsome evergreen tree that will add interesting texture to your landscape and is completely care free.