Pinus densiflora Low Glow (Japanese Red Pine)
Pinus densiflora ‘Low Glow’ (Japanese Red Pine) is a small evergreen coniferous shrub forming a flat, dense globe covered with short, vibrant green needles. Slow-growing, 1-2 in. per year (2-5 cm), this miniature conifer is a perfect for lighting up the mixed border or the rock garden.
Pinus densiflora 'Low Glow' (Japanese Red Pine) is a small evergreen coniferous shrub forming a flat, dense globe covered with short, vibrant green needles. Slow-growing, 1-2 in. per year (2-5 cm), this miniature conifer is perfect for lighting up the mixed border or the rock garden.
- Grows up to 3-4 ft. tall and wide (90-120 cm) after 10 years and 6 ft. at maturity.
- Performs best in full sun in well-drained soils. Tolerates some afternoon shade, particularly in hot summer climates. Drought and salt tolerant.
- Easy to grow, easy to care for and rarely browsed by deer.
- No pruning required.
- Native to Japan, Korea, northeastern China.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 3 – 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 7 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, H1 |
| Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
| Plant Family | Pinus – Pines |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 3' – 6' (90cm – 180cm) |
| Spread | 3' – 6' (90cm – 180cm) |
| Spacing | 72″ (180cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |