Pinus pumila (Japanese Stone Pine)
Japanese Stone Pine is a hardy shrub-like tree endemic to north-east Asia, including Japan. Female cones are purple when young and mature to a red-brown colour. The needles are thick and come in groups of five. It grows in the wild at high elevations, above the forest line, and is frequently accompanied by willow and alder scrub. Extremely resistant to harsh temperatures - a hardy species
Botanical Name : Pinus pumila
Common Name : Japanese Stone Pine
Height : 20 ft
Spread : 10 ft
Germination Info : Seed requires 30-60 days warm moist stratification followed by 120-150 days cold moist stratification.
Hardiness zone : 3-7
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 238