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Pinus Parviflora 'Gimborns Pyramid'

Gimborn's Pyramid Japanese White Pine

Gimborn’s Pyramid Japanese White Pine (Pinus parviflora ‘Gimborn’s Pyramid’) is a compact, slow-growing evergreen with soft blue-green needles. Its relatively broad framework creates a substantial small tree rather than a thin vertical accent.

The cool foliage and measured growth suit a mixed conifer collection. Leave space around its sides so the branching outline can become an important part of the display.

Choose a sunny position with soil that drains freely. Water during establishment and leave enough room for the branches to develop without crowding.

Size (about 10 years)
• Height: 5 ft
• Width: 3 ft
Measurements are the grower’s approximate ten-year guide; plants can continue growing beyond this size.

Hardiness
• Hardy to USDA Zone 5

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Accent Plant

Plant type
Conifer, Evergreen Tree
Height
5'
Width
3 ' in 10
Hardiness zones
5–7
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Slow
Bloom time
Does not flower
Flower color
None
Leaf color
Blue Green
Fall color
Blue Green
Soil
Well Drained
Landscape use
Accent Plant, Specimen
Shape
Broad, Compact
Fruit
No
Fragrant
No
Deer resistant
No
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
No
10-year height
5 ft
10-year width
3 ft