BEAUTY GREEN JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE
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BEAUTY GREEN JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE
Sciadopitys verticillata 'Beauty Green'
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3 gallon Potted
(SKU: 20774)
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List Price $185.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 5-8 · Mature Height: 10-12 Feet · Mature Spread: 5-6 Feet
Beauty Green Japanese Umbrella Pine is unlike any other evergreen you'll encounter. Its long, thick, glossy needles radiate outward in perfect whorls, creating the distinctive umbrella-like appearance that gives this remarkable tree its common name. Unlike the darker forms of the species, it lives up to its name with vibrant, fresh green foliage that remains clean, bright, and attractive throughout every season. The needles are soft, fleshy, and uniquely textured, giving the tree an almost tropical appearance while maintaining the toughness of a hardy conifer. Its naturally symmetrical pyramidal form adds elegance and refinement to landscapes large and small.
Beneath its striking appearance lies one of the most fascinating stories in the plant kingdom. Beauty Green Japanese Umbrella Pine belongs to a species that has survived virtually unchanged for millions of years, making it one of the world's oldest living conifers and the sole surviving member of its entire botanical family. Revered for centuries in Japan, Japanese Umbrella Pines have long been planted near Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples as symbols of longevity, endurance, and quiet strength. This carefully selected German cultivar was introduced for its compact habit, dependable branching, and consistently vibrant needle color, offering gardeners all the remarkable heritage of the species in a more manageable landscape form.
Beauty Green Japanese Umbrella Pine is perfectly suited for specimen plantings, collector gardens, Asian-inspired landscapes, and elegant foundation designs. Slow growing and exceptionally long-lived, it rewards patience by becoming increasingly beautiful with each passing year. Gardeners searching for a rare evergreen tree, architectural conifer, living fossil, or unique collector plant will find it to be one of the most extraordinary conifers available. Few trees combine such remarkable history, refined beauty, and enduring landscape value in a single unforgettable specimen.
BEAUTY GREEN JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE Plant Characteristics
Bark Type*
| • | Rough |
Brand*
| • | Iseli Nursery |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - High Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Fruit Type*
| • | Non-Edible Fruit |
Growth Rate*
| • | Slow |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Plant Type*
| • | Conifer |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Moist |
| • | Prefers Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Winter |
| • | Year-Round |
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BEAUTY GREEN JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Prefers rich, well-drained soil with consistent organic matter.
- Performs best in slightly acidic soil conditions.
- Avoid poorly drained or highly alkaline soils.
- Mulch helps maintain cool, evenly moist root conditions.
- Sun Exposure:
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Morning sun with afternoon shade is beneficial in hotter climates.
- Protect from excessive reflected heat where summers are intense.
- Choose a sheltered location protected from drying winter winds when possible.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Water regularly during establishment.
- Maintain evenly moist but well-drained soil.
- Do not allow the root zone to dry out completely during prolonged drought.
- Avoid standing water around the roots.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring if needed.
- Organic compost helps improve long-term soil health.
- Avoid excessive fertilization.
- Healthy soil and proper moisture are more important than frequent feeding.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Requires little to no pruning.
- Remove dead or damaged branches as needed.
- Preserve its natural pyramidal form by avoiding heavy shaping.
- Maintain mulch around the root zone while keeping it away from the trunk.
Family: Sciatopityaceae · Common Name: Umbrella Pine
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About BEAUTY GREEN JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE
- A True Living Fossil: Japanese Umbrella Pine is the only surviving member of the entire Sciadopityaceae family, representing a unique branch of the conifer family tree that has endured for thousands of years.
- Not Really Pine Needles: Although they resemble pine needles, the thick, glossy foliage is botanically unique and unlike that of any other living conifer, contributing to the tree's unmistakable appearance.
- Sacred in Japan: For centuries, Japanese Umbrella Pines have been planted near Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, where they symbolize longevity, endurance, and spiritual strength.
- A Carefully Selected Beauty: 'Beauty Green' was developed at Germany's Carstens Nursery and introduced in 2005 after being selected for its compact growth, symmetrical form, and consistently vibrant green foliage.
- A Tree for Future Generations: Japanese Umbrella Pines are exceptionally long-lived and often become treasured heirloom specimens, increasing in beauty and character for decades with very little maintenance.
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