£35.87
Pinus thunbergii ‘Kotobuki’ is a compact, upright cultivar of Japanese Black Pine, growing to 1-2 metres tall. Its dense, columnar form and dark green needles make it an excellent choice for small gardens, containers, or as an architectural accent. Low-maintenance and slow-growing, it provides year-round structure and interest, particularly suited to Japanese-style or contemporary garden designs.
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Kotobuki Japanese Black Pine – Pinus thunbergii ‘Kotobuki’ is a distinctive dwarf variety of the Japanese Black Pine that stands out for its unusual form. This evergreen conifer grows slowly, typically reaching 1-2 metres in height after 10 years whilst keeping a tight, upright columnar shape. Its compact nature makes it perfect for smaller gardens, rockeries, or growing in containers. The ‘Kotobuki’ variety is valued for its eye-catching looks, with dense, vertical branches covered in rigid, dark green needles that appear in pairs. The needles are usually 7-12 cm in length and give the tree a bold texture whilst creating a striking architectural feature.
This cultivar differs from the standard species as it seldom develops cones, instead putting all its effort into keeping its neat, narrow form. The bark appears greyish-brown and develops more character as the tree matures, which adds to its appeal. Kotobuki keeps its rich green colour all year round, offering reliable structure to gardens. Its unusual shape makes it perfect as a centrepiece or accent plant, working particularly well in Japanese-inspired gardens or contemporary minimalist designs.
Plant Kotobuki Japanese Black Pine – Pinus thunbergii ‘Kotobuki’ in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It’s tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including sandy or rocky soils, and can handle coastal conditions. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. Pruning is generally unnecessary due to its naturally compact form, but you can remove any damaged or dead branches as needed. Feed sparingly with a slow-release fertiliser formulated for conifers in spring.
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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