Yunnan Pine 40/60cm (P9)

Pinus yunnanensis, commonly known as the Yunnan Pine, is a majestic evergreen conifer native to southwestern China. This impressive tree is renowned for its tall, straight trunk and distinctive crown that becomes flat-topped or umbrella-shaped with age. The needles of Pinus yunnanensis are long, slender, and typically arranged in bundles of three, creating a dense, lush canopy of deep green foliage.

In UK gardens, it can reach heights of 20-30 meters over time, making it a striking specimen tree for larger landscapes. The bark is thick and fissured, ranging from dark grey to reddish-brown, adding visual interest throughout the year. In spring, the tree produces small male cones and larger female cones, which mature over two years to become woody and oval-shaped.

Pinus yunnanensis is valued not only for its ornamental qualities but also for its adaptability to various soil types and its resistance to drought once established. This pine species brings a touch of Chinese mountain landscapes to UK gardens, offering year-round structure and a unique architectural presence. Its robust nature and attractive form make it an excellent choice for creating focal points in parks, large gardens, or as part of mixed conifer plantings.

Pinus yunnanensis is relatively low-maintenance once established. It prefers full sun exposure and thrives in well-drained soils, though it can adapt to a variety of soil types, including poor and rocky soils. Young trees benefit from regular watering during their first few growing seasons, but mature trees are quite drought-tolerant. Pruning is generally not necessary unless you’re removing dead or damaged branches. If shaping is desired, do so in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This pine is generally resistant to pests and diseases, but keep an eye out for common pine issues such as needle blight or bark beetles. Fertilisation is usually not required unless the soil is particularly poor. When planting, consider the tree’s eventual size and provide ample space for growth.
Protect young trees from strong winds until they’re well-established. With proper care, Yunna Pines can be a long-lived, impressive feature in your garden.

Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres

Time to ultimate height
20–50 years

Ultimate spread
4–8 metres

Pinus yunnanensis is well-suited for the UK climate, as it can tolerate both cold winters and mild summers. Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15C to -10C).
While Yunnan Pines are hardy, young trees may benefit from protection against severe frost in their first few winters. Cover the base of the tree with mulch and wrap the trunk with tree wrap or burlap if frost is anticipated.

1x Yunnan Pine Tree supplied approx 40/60cm tall in a 9cm pot.

🇬🇧 Grown from seed at our tree nursery in Euxton, Lancashire.