Pinus thunbergii Banshosho

Banshosho Black Pine

Banshosho Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii ‘Banshosho’) forms a rounded young plant with rich green needles. Growth is slow, and the framework eventually becomes taller than wide as it develops.

White buds add a clear contrast against the foliage during winter. Position it where those smaller details can be seen, and allow room for the young globe to take on a more upright shape.

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: 3 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

3-5'

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, Specimen

Shape

Rounded

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

3 ft

10-year width

3 ft