Lodgepole Pine Bonsai (P9)
Pinus contorta
£13.55
Lodgepole Pine – Pinus contorta is a hardy, adaptable evergreen conifer native to North America. It’s known for its tall, straight growth and dense, dark green needles. This resilient tree thrives in various conditions, making it ideal for UK gardens, especially in coastal areas or as windbreaks.
- ✓ Miniature representation of the hardy Lodgepole Pine (Pinus contorta)
- ✓ Features distinctive paired, slightly twisted dark green needles
- ✓ Suitable for both indoor and outdoor bonsai cultivation in UK climate
- ✓ Captures the essence of North American wilderness in compact form
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
In stock - Usually dispatched within a few days
Lodgepole Pine Bonsai, created from Pinus contorta, is a captivating miniature representation of this hardy North American conifer. This bonsai style captures the essence of the full-sized tree, known for its tall, straight growth and dense, dark green needles. In bonsai form, the Lodgepole Pine retains its characteristic paired needles, which are slightly twisted, giving the miniature tree a distinctive texture.
The bark, typically thin and scaly, ranges from grey to reddish-brown, adding visual interest to the tiny tree. Bonsai artists often shape Lodgepole Pines to emphasize their natural conical form or to create more dramatic, windswept styles that evoke their native mountainous habitats. The small cones, when present, add an extra layer of authenticity and charm to the bonsai. Lodgepole Pine Bonsai is prized for its hardiness and adaptability, making it a suitable choice for both indoor and outdoor bonsai cultivation in the UK climate. This bonsai not only serves as a beautiful, living sculpture but also as a piece of North American natural history in miniature form.
Lodgepole Pine Bonsai requires specific care to thrive. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be placed outdoors for most of the year, only bringing it inside during severe frost. The tree needs well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Water thoroughly when the top layer of soil feels dry, but avoid overwatering. During the growing season (spring and summer), feed every two weeks with a balanced, liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Pruning should be done in early spring before new growth begins, removing any dead or crossing branches and shaping as desired. Wiring can be done in autumn or winter when the tree is dormant. Repot every 2-3 years in early spring, just before new growth starts. Watch for common pests like spider mites and scale insects. With proper care, a Lodgepole Pine Bonsai can be a long-lived, beautiful representation of this iconic conifer.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
Wider than 8 metres
🇬🇧 UK grown from seed at our nursery.
Sizes range from 5-30cm tall. If you have a specific size requirement, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
9cm
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureSafety
Pollen Allergies, Thorns
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
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.
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.
Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
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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.
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