Pinus wallichiana
Bhutan pine
A large broad-crowned evergreen tree retaining its spreading lower branches when grown in an open position. Long, slender, drooping blue-grey needles and banana-shaped cones up to 25cm long
Synonyms
Pinus excelsa Wall. ex D. DonPinus griffithii McClell.
Buy this plant
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
more than 50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Blue Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue Grey Silver | Green | ||
| Autumn | Blue Grey Silver | Brown | ||
| Winter | Blue Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Pinus can be shrubs or large, evergreen trees, some species with attractive bark, developing an irregular outline with age and bearing long needle-like leaves in bundles of 2, 3 or 5; conspicuous cones may fall or remain on the tree for years
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Himalaya
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun in a position sheltered from strong winds. See Trees: buying and planting specimens
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in late winter. Retain in pots for two years
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Coastal
Pruning
No pruning required. Remove competing leaders if necessary
Pests
May be susceptible to adelgids, conifer aphid, sawfly larvae, and pine shoot moth
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus and needle cast diseases
Get involved
The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.