Pinus Thunbergii 'Ogi'

Japanese Black Pine

Ogi Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii ‘Ogi’) is an unusual selection with dark green needles and irregular growth. Some branches develop flattened, crest-like sections, known as fasciations, which give parts of the plant a fan-shaped appearance.

These changes in growth are its main curiosity, so it is best placed where the branches can be inspected. Its individual form suits a collector’s garden more than a planting that requires a perfectly uniform outline.

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: 2 ft
• Width: 2 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

2'

Width

2'

Hardiness zones

5–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Does not flower

Flower color

None

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

irregular

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

2 ft

10-year width

2 ft