Pinus densiflora 'Pendula'

Japanese Red Pine

Weeping Japanese Red Pine (Pinus densiflora ‘Pendula’) offers bright green needles on a flexible, trailing framework. Left unsupported, it develops as a dense mound; training a leader upward creates a small tree with hanging growth.

Its eventual outline depends strongly on how it is supported. Decide early whether the planting needs a low, spreading feature or a taller weeping accent, and allow room around the chosen framework.

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: 8 ft
• Width: 4 ft
These measurements assume a staked leader. Height and outline depend on training; an unsupported plant stays lower and spreads.

Hardiness
• Hardy to USDA Zone 5

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Accent Plant
• Rock Garden

Plant type

Conifer, Dwarf Conifer

Height

2'

Width

5'

Hardiness zones

5–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Does not flower

Flower color

None

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Rock Garden, Specimen

Shape

Dense, Mounded, Weeping

Bark

Platy

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

8 ft

10-year width

4 ft