Stone Pine Sapling 60/80cm (P9T)
Pinus pinea
£6.98
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.
- ✓ Iconic umbrella-shaped canopy brings Mediterranean charm to UK gardens
- ✓ Long, soft green needles create a lush, dense evergreen crown
- ✓ Produces large cones with edible pine nuts, adding culinary interest
- ✓ Drought-tolerant and salt-resistant, ideal for coastal gardens
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Stone Pine – Pinus pinea is a proper Mediterranean stunner that’ll have you dreaming of Italian holidays. This slow-growing evergreen takes its time, eventually reaching heights of 15-25 metres and spreading out into that famous umbrella shape. Its bark is thick and furrowed, developing a smashing reddish-brown hue over time. The needles are long fellows, about 10-20 cm, growing in pairs to create a lush, dark green canopy that’s a treat for the eyes.
But it’s the cones that really steal the show – great big oval things that take three years to ripen. Inside, you’ll find those sought-after pine nuts that chefs can’t get enough of. Just don’t hold your breath waiting for a harvest; these trees don’t start producing until they’re about 20 years old, the lazy blighters. They’re hardy sorts, though, standing up to coastal breezes and dry spells once they’ve got their roots down. In our climate, they’re happiest in the milder southern bits, where they make a grand statement in spacious gardens or parks.
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 2 year old saplings. Usually about 60/80cm 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 tall 9cm pot.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
9cm (Tall)
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-10°C to -5°C (H4)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pet Safe
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Neutral
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.
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.
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
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We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
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