Pinus parviflora 'Glauca'

Japanese White Pine

Blue Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora 'Glauca') combines silvery blue-green needles with an open arrangement of layered branches. Narrow young trees broaden with age, creating an informal specimen with a distinct branching silhouette.

The canopy retains its foliage through winter. Allow the natural framework to develop without crowding neighboring plants or paths.

Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. Water during establishment and allow enough room for the developing crown.

Size guide
• Height: About 15 ft
• Width: About 12 ft
These are the grower’s landscape estimates; local conditions and age affect actual size.

Hardiness
• Published minimum: USDA Zone 4
Upper climate limit is not specified in this cultivar reference.
The grower provides whole-zone ratings; an A/B limit has not been verified.

Best Uses
• Evergreen specimen
• Rock or conifer garden
• Mixed border accent

Plant type

Conifer, Evergreen Tree

Height

15 ft

Width

12 ft

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Does not flower

Flower color

None

Leaf color

Blue, Green

Fall color

Blue

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Pyramidal

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No