Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) - 1 Gallon Pot
$59.48
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Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine (Pinus Densiflora) - 1 Gallon Pot
$59.48
Sale price
$59.48
Regular price
$61.00
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Description
Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine
Pinus densiflora 'Golden Ghost'
Plant Details
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 5a-8b
Plant Type: Coniferous Evergreen Shrub
Height at Maturity: 10-12', possibly 15-20' over time
Width at Maturity: 6-8', possibly 12-15' over time
Spacing: 16' or more for space between plants
Growth Habit / Form: Broad, Upright, Pyramidal
Growth Rate: Moderate, 6-12" per year depending on climate
Flower Color: NA
Flower Size: NA
Flowering Period: NA
Flower Type: Non-Flowering
Fragrant Flowers: No
Foliage Color: Yellow and Green, can fade to Near White in summer
Fragrant Foliage: Yes
Berries: No
Berry Color: NA
Sun Needs: Full Sun, Mostly Sun
Water Needs: Very Low when established
Soil Type: Clay (loose, well-drained), Loam, Sandy, Silty
Soil Moisture / Drainage: Moist But Well-Drained to Dry when established
Soil pH: 4.0 - 7.5 (Acid to Moderately Alkaline)
Maintenance / Care: Very Low
Attracts: Visual Attention
Resistances: Deer, Disease, Drought (when established), Dry Soil (when established), Insect, Rabbit
Description
A semi-dwarf selection that will be a shimmering "ghost" in the landscape, the Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine might reach 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 feet wide at 10 years of age, and possibly twice that size over time. In spring its long, soft-textured, glossy light green needles take on golden yellow variegation, often fading to a striking near white during the summer. Folks have to touch the needles to make sure they're real. We've seen high resistance to foliage scorching, even in full sun exposure. In case you were wondering, "Red" in the common name refers to its reddish stems. Easy to grow and drought tolerant when established, Golden Ghost is a glowing focal point specimen for small garden spaces and conifer or rock gardens, where it is sure to be a conversation piece!
Landscape & Garden Uses
The Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine is ideal for use as a focal point specimen in sunny garden beds, landscape borders and even home foundation plantings. Also suitable for containers that can be situated on sunny patios, decks and around other outdoor living spaces. A fine addition to conifer gardens, rock gardens and the Xeriscape (low water need) gardens.
Spacing: 16 feet apart for spaced groupings
Growing Preferences
The Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine is easy to grow in most any moist but well drained soil of average to low fertility and full to mostly sun. It prefers a moderately to slightly acidic soil/ We suggest 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day for best overall performance. Has high drought tolerance when established. It does not like wet feet so make sure you choose a planting site that has very well drained soil. Does not require pruning however can be its candles can be trimmed annually by up to 50% of their height to maintain a smaller plant.
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