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Chinese White Pine (P9T)

Pinus armandii

£15.95

The Chinese White Pine, Pinus armandii, is a graceful evergreen that adds year-round structure and Eastern charm to gardens. It features long, soft blue-green needles and develops a broad, pyramidal shape. This hardy, relatively fast-growing pine is perfect for adding a sense of tranquillity to larger gardens.

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  • ✓ Soft, blue-green needles in bundles of five create a lush, full appearance
  • ✓ Relatively fast-growing for a pine, reaching 10-15 metres tall with a 5-7 metre spread
  • ✓ Large, attractive cones up to 20 cm long add visual interest, especially in autumn and winter
  • ✓ Low-maintenance and hardy, thriving in various conditions with minimal care required
  • ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier

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The Chinese White Pine, or Pinus armandii, is a majestic evergreen tree that can bring a touch of Eastern elegance to your garden. This pine stands out with its long, soft needles that grow in bundles of five, giving the tree a lush, full appearance. The needles are a beautiful blue-green colour, creating a soothing backdrop in any garden setting. As the tree matures, it develops a broad, pyramidal shape that can add structure and year-round interest to your outdoor space.

Chinese White Pine typically grows to about 10-15 metres tall in gardens, though it can reach greater heights in its native habitat. It’s a relatively fast-growing tree for a pine, which means you won’t have to wait decades to see it reach an impressive size. The tree’s spreading branches create a canopy that can span 5-7 metres wide, making it an excellent choice for larger gardens or as a striking focal point.

One of the most charming features of this pine is its cones. They’re large, resinous, and can reach up to 20 cm in length. These cones add visual interest, especially in autumn and winter when they mature and open. The bark is also attractive, starting smooth and grey, then developing a rougher, fissured texture as the tree ages.

Gardeners often choose the Chinese White Pine for its ornamental value and relatively low-maintenance nature. Once established, it’s quite tolerant of different soil types and can cope with urban pollution, making it a good choice for town gardens. It’s also resistant to many pests and diseases that affect other pines.

This pine works well in various garden settings. It can serve as a magnificent specimen tree, create a natural privacy screen, or act as a backdrop to other plantings. Its soft needles and graceful form make it a lovely addition to Asian-inspired gardens or any space where you want to create a sense of tranquillity.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the Chinese White Pine can provide shelter and nesting sites for birds. The seeds in the cones are also a food source for various wildlife.

If you’re after a tree that looks good all year without needing lots of work, the Chinese White Pine is a great choice. It keeps its needles year-round, providing constant greenery and structure in your garden.

Pinus armandii was introduced to Western gardens in the late 19th century by the French missionary and naturalist Père Armand David, after whom it is named. Since then, it has been valued for its beauty and adaptability to various garden conditions.

For gardeners looking to add year-round structure and a touch of Eastern charm to their gardens, the Chinese White Pine is an excellent option. Its attractive foliage, graceful form, and easy-care nature make it a valuable addition to any outdoor space, especially for those who want to create a sense of calm and natural beauty.

Caring for a Chinese White Pine is relatively straightforward. Plant it in a spot that gets full sun to light partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil but can adapt to various soil types. Water regularly when it’s first planted to help it establish. Once settled, it’s fairly drought-tolerant but will appreciate deep watering during prolonged dry spells. You don’t need to feed it often – a light application of balanced fertiliser in spring is enough. Pruning isn’t necessary to maintain its shape, but you can remove any dead or damaged branches if needed. Keep an eye out for any signs of needle browning or dieback, which could indicate stress or disease. The Chinese White Pine is hardy in most parts of Britain but may appreciate some shelter from strong winds in very exposed sites.

🇬🇧 UK grown Grown from seed at our nursery.

Supplied approx 30cm tall well rooted in a tall 9cm pot.

Season of Interest

Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter

Sunlight

Full Sun


Pot Size

9cm (Tall)

Foliage

Evergreen

Foliage Colour

Green

Hardiness

-15°C to -10°C (H5)

When Mature

Safety

Child Safe, Pollen Allergies, Pet Safe

Watering

Little

Preferred Soil Type

Any well drained soil

Preferred Soil pH

Neutral

Fragrance

Strong


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UK Grown

Our unique tall 9cm pots is a smart strategy for cultivating trees with strong and deep root systems. This practice can lead to healthier and more resilient trees that are better prepared for transplantation and long-term growth in your UK garden.

Promoting Deep Root Development with Tall 9cm Pots:

1. Enhanced Root Growth: Using tall pots, such as 9cm pots, encourages trees to develop a deeper and more extensive root system. The added height of the pot allows the tree’s roots to grow downward, seeking nutrients and water in the lower soil layers.

2. Reduced Root Circling: Traditional, shallower pots can sometimes lead to root circling, where the roots grow in a circular pattern around the pot’s base. This can restrict the tree’s ability to access essential resources. Tall pots mitigate this issue, as roots are less likely to encounter physical barriers that encourage circling.

3. Improved Stability: The additional depth provided by tall pots offers improved stability for young trees. It allows for better anchoring and support, which is particularly important during periods of strong winds or inclement weather.

4. Better Soil Temperature Regulation: Tall pots offer improved insulation for the root system. This can help maintain more stable soil temperatures, protecting the roots from extreme heat or cold. This is crucial for healthy root development, especially in the unpredictable UK climate.

5. Reduced Transplant Shock: When it’s time to transplant a tree from a tall pot into the ground, the deeper root system developed in the tall pot can reduce transplant shock. The tree is better equipped to establish itself in its new environment.

6. Versatility: Tall pots are versatile and can accommodate a wide range of tree species. They are particularly useful for growing trees that have a taproot, which naturally grows deeper.

Delivery
Yarrow Gardens 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.

With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.

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Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.

Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.

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Delivery charges will be based on the highest applicable rate from our rate table, determined by the items in your order.
Alternatively, we offer the option to collect your items in person by prior arrangement.
These prices are based on delivery to UK Mainland. Delivery to Highlands & Islands will be more.
Delivery Class Delivery Cost
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £0.95 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £2.10 (Flat)
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)This item
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) £4.49 (Flat)This item
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Pallet Courier £90.00 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £28.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) £24.95 (Flat)
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier£90.00 (Flat)

We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.

We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.

We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.

Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010

You can view our Plant Healthy report here.

We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.

Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.