Chinese Southern / Red Pine Seeds
Pinus tabuliformis
£3.40 – £10.71
- ✓ Chinese Southern Pine (Pinus tabuliformis) seeds for growing your own bonsai or ornamental pine trees, a species native to China with an attractive form
- ✓ Easy to grow Southern Chinese Red Pine from seed, can be propagated in a seedbed in spring or autumn and transplanted after 1-2 years of initial growth
- ✓ Hardy, relatively fast-growing, and tolerant of various soil types, Pinus tabuliformis develops an irregular shape that's ideal for classical bonsai styles
- ✓ With maturity, these pines develop reddish-brown bark that flakes to reveal an orangish inner bark, and paired needles in vibrant blueish-green shades
- ✓ Quality UK seed stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
Yarrow Gardens brings you the opportunity to cultivate the distinguished Pinus tabuliformis, commonly known as Chinese Red Pine, from seeds. These seeds are the starting point for one of the most resilient and visually appealing pine species. Native to Asia, Chinese Red Pine is celebrated for its adaptability to various climates, making it an excellent choice for UK gardens. Its robust, conical shape and dense, dark green foliage create a striking landscape feature.
Chinese Red Pine is known for its ability to withstand harsh conditions, including poor soil and air pollution, making it a low-maintenance yet highly rewarding tree for urban and rural gardens. Planting these seeds is not just an investment in your garden’s aesthetics but also a step towards supporting biodiversity.
As it matures, Chinese Pine becomes a haven for wildlife, offering shelter and food. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a beginner, growing Pinus tabuliformis from seed is a fulfilling journey, leading to a magnificent, enduring tree that will enhance any landscape.
Pinus tabuliformis and Pinus massoniana, both known as Chinese Red Pine, are distinct species within the pine family. Despite their common name, these species exhibit notable differences in physical characteristics and habitat preferences.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pollen Allergies, Pet Safe
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Neutral
Natural Germination: Pinus tabuliformis seeds naturally require a period of cold stratification to break dormancy. This process is typically accomplished by the cold winter conditions, preparing them for germination in the spring.
Artificial Stratification: To germinate seeds artificially, soak them in water for 24 to 48 hours. Then, mix the seeds with moist sand in a plastic bag and refrigerate for about 30 days, replicating winter conditions. After stratification, plant the seeds in well-drained soil, covering them lightly. Keep the soil consistently moist and in a warm environment (18-22°C) for successful germination, which usually occurs within 3-6 weeks.
Employing these methods allows for the successful cultivation of Chinese Pine, adding an elegant and resilient touch to any garden setting.
Scarification
Soak in water for 24 hours
Cold Stratification
Cold stratify for 30 days
Germinate
Expect about 98% germinancy
Difficulty Level
Medium
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | This item |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | This item |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (ParcelForce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (ParcelForce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Standard Courier (ParcelForce) | £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.
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