Lacebark Pine Data Sheet

• Common name: Lacebark pine

• Latin name: Pinus Bungeana

• Genus: Pinus

• Height: 25 m

• Type: Evergreen

• Hardiness: Zone 4–8

• Conservation status: Least concern

Pinus Bungeana is commonly known as the Lacebark pine, is a conifer native to east Asia. Its range extends across China and Korea.

This tree is generally found at medium to high altitudes, mostly from 1,000 m (3,300 ft) to 3,300 m (10,800 ft).

Lacebark pine is a small to medium conifer reaching a height of 25 m (82 ft). This species tends to branch more than other pines. The bark is a green colour in the first few years, then plates of bark begin flaking off revealing a decorative multi colored pattern. Colors range from rusty reds, many shades of brown to green and creamy white shades. The needles are 3 inches long and arranged in sets of 3. Needle colour is medium green. The cones are oval and 3 inches long with scales, which each have a sharp point at the top. There are winged seeds behind each scale. The cones begin life green, maturing to a light brown colour.

The Lacebark pine is closely related to the Chinese white pine, which all share many of its characteristics, excluding the colorful peeling bark.

This is a fantastic tree for ornamental landscaping given the nature of the bark. It can be planted in large patio planters. Lacebark pine is a slow growing tree making it ideal for gardens. This is a good tree for bonsai growing.

Growth Habit

Lacebark pine shoot growth usually starts in February and continues until September. Yearly height increases of 0.4–0.8 ft are common beyond season 3.

These were sown this year. Plants are 2–3" tall.

Saplings are in pots. I recommend they are separated into their own 4" pots when you receive them. Growth rate is medium. Plants can be kept in a cool conservatory, windowsill or outside over the winter months.

Fully hardy off to minus 18°C or colder come autumn.

Care Instructions

Keep free from competing weeds and never allow to completely dry out. Water logging should also be avoided. Trees will perform best raised outdoors in full sunny position. The growth rate is medium and will soon need re-potting to beyond a 10" pot. Once the trees reach around 1 ft high they can be set in their final planting position.

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