£14.98
The Stone Pine – Pinus pinea, is a striking evergreen tree known for its umbrella-like canopy and edible pine nuts. Growing to 15-25 metres tall, it features long needles, thick reddish-brown bark, and large cones. Well-suited to coastal and Mediterranean-style gardens, it’s drought-tolerant and makes an excellent specimen tree in milder UK regions. This slow-growing pine offers year-round interest and a taste of the Mediterranean.
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The Stone Pine *Pinus pinea*, sometimes called the Umbrella Pine or Italian Stone Pine, is a stunning evergreen that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to British gardens. This slow-growing pine eventually reaches 15-25 metres tall, forming its famous flat-topped, umbrella-shaped crown over many years. The bark becomes thick and deeply grooved with age, developing attractive reddish-brown tones. Long needles, roughly 10-20 cm in length, grow in pairs to create a dense, dark green canopy that offers wonderful shade.
The tree’s large, egg-shaped cones are particularly special, taking three years to fully ripen. Inside these cones are the edible pine nuts beloved in Mediterranean cooking. You’ll need patience though – Stone Pines don’t start producing cones until they’re around 20 years old, so it’s definitely a tree for the future. In Mediterranean countries, they’re often grown commercially in groves specifically for nut harvesting.
Stone Pines cope brilliantly with coastal conditions, handling salt spray and strong winds with ease, which makes them perfect for seaside gardens. They’re also remarkably drought-resistant once settled in, loving hot, dry summers. In Britain, they do best in warmer regions, especially southern areas, where they make impressive feature trees in spacious gardens or parks.
Plant your Stone Pine in full sun and well-drained soil. It prefers sandy or gravelly soils and doesn’t tolerate waterlogged conditions. Once established, it’s very drought-tolerant and requires little watering. Pruning is generally unnecessary except to remove dead or damaged branches. Be aware that this tree needs plenty of space to develop its full, characteristic shape. In colder areas of the UK, it may benefit from some protection from harsh winter winds, especially when young.
**Ultimate height**
Higher than 12 metres
**Time to ultimate height**
more than 50 years
**Ultimate spread**
Wider than 8 metres
🇬🇧 UK grown from the same seed stock we have for sale.
They are 1 year old saplings. Usually about 40/60cm tall and will require a bit of extra care in their first few winters. A sheltered spot is needed, especially when young. Does well growing by the coast and is decorative in a large pot and in this way can be moved out of the weather when necessary.
Supplied well rooted in a 9cm pot.
Shaw Green Trees aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
Seeds
We generally send seeds out via Royal Mail Second Class. It’s the safest and easiest way to deliver seeds.
Young Trees
Young trees (Less than 1.2m) will generally be sent via Evri.
Larger quantities of young trees will be sent via ParcelForce or pallet courier..
Huge Trees
Some of our huge trees are too tall to be sent via a courier. They are generally only available for collection from our nursery, local delivery or via occasionally pallet courier. This will be shown on the individual product page.
Located in Euxton, West Lancashire, our business is dedicated to providing high-quality UK-grown trees and seeds.
With a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, we offer a diverse range of tree species, ensuring that our customers receive the finest selection of UK-native trees and seeds.
From majestic oaks to delicate blossoms, our stock is carefully cultivated to thrive in the British climate, making it the perfect choice for both amateur gardeners and seasoned professionals.
With a commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, we aim to be your reliable ally in crafting stunning and eco-conscious landscapes throughout the UK.
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