Young Weeping Pine Tree | Pinus wallichiana

Needles

The Pinus wallichiana, or as it is also called in Dutch - the Weeping Pine, is characterized by its soft needles that hang from the tree.

Growth Habit

The green needles of Pinus wallichiana stand out due to their long shape and drooping growth habit. Young trees have an upright growth habit, but as the trees age, the branches spread out more, creating a beautiful, full crown.

Fruits

The fruit of Pinus wallichiana is a cone-shaped pine cone that is often enjoyed by birds. The pine cones initially stand upright on the branch in their young stage but tend to hang as they grow larger.

Location

Pinus wallichiana thrives on almost any well-draining soil and can tolerate periods of drought well. However, the Weeping Pine does not like to be in overly wet soil and will therefore grow less successfully in such conditions.

How to plant the tree?

1. Determine the final location of the tree and ensure it is free from cables, debris, old plants, and other obstacles that may hinder the tree's growth.
2. Dig a planting hole that is twice the width of the root ball. Loosen the soil at the bottom of the planting hole and mix the excavated soil with (organic) garden soil or planting substrate.
3. Adjust the planting hole to the height where the root ball fits and firmly press the soil.
4. Fill the planting hole with water and wait for it to settle. Check if the root ball is sufficiently moist.
5. Place the tree or plant in the planting hole. It is extremely important that the tree is not planted too deep, as this can cause root rot.
6. Insert a tree stake or bamboo stake firmly into the ground on the side of the tree where the most wind comes from.
7. Now, place the watering ring or create a mound of soil around the tree so that water can seep into the ground.

Why Choose a Young Tree from Amitis

• Easy to plant yourself due to the compact size and light weight
• Conveniently delivered to your home in a sturdy packaging
• Experience the growth and development of your own tree
• Easy to maintain
• Cultivate the size and growth form you are looking for
• Attain mature size within a short time
• Can be planted year-round as everything is delivered in pots
• No root loss and better chances of establishment as everything is pot-grown
• Cost-effective purchase
• Fresh, healthy plants directly from the grower

Questions?

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