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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Japan, Korea, Manchuria, Primorye

Introduced to: China North-Central

Native

Introduced

Pinus densifloraPinus densiflora

Japanese Red Pine

In Stock: 1.302 lb (Total:1.302lb)

Pinus densiflora

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Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

31,383

Quantity:

1.3 lb

Collected in:

Louisiana

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837232

Characteristics

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Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Japan, Korea, Manchuria, Primorye

Introduced to: China North-Central

Native

Introduced

Discover the captivating allure of Pinus densiflora, commonly known as Japanese Red Pine, a majestic and picturesque evergreen that evokes the serene landscapes of eastern temperate Asia. Perfect for USDA Zones 3 to 7, this resilient conifer thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, growing to a graceful height of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 15 to 25 feet in cultivation. Renowned for its striking orange-red bark that peels in attractive plates, this tree showcases striking, bright green needles in dense, brush-like clusters. Japanese Red Pine's architectural form is beautifully irregular, often featuring crooked or leaning multi-trunks with arched branches that create a visually dynamic landscape centerpiece.

While the tree's native habitat allows it to reach towering heights of 100 feet, its cultivated growth presents a unique, rounded silhouette with a somewhat flattened crown. Small, abundant cones add to its ornamental appeal, making it a favored specimen for bonsai enthusiasts and landscape architects seeking to add a touch of Asia's natural beauty to garden retreats. Despite its remarkable resilience and deer tolerance, it's important to note that Japanese Red Pine is susceptible to wind damage and thrives best in environments that mirror its native conditions. Its low-maintenance requirements and distinctive visual charm make it an ideal addition as a specimen tree, elevating any space with its enchanting presence.