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Posted 04/19/2023 in Tree

Pinus densiflora 'Oculus-draconis'

A small, flat-topped, upright tree-form of Japanese red pine with species-typical branching and long, variegated needles, each having 2 bands of yellow alternating with the typical green. When viewed from the terminal bud, the effect is said to resemble the eye of a dragon.

Post Details

Latin Name
Pinus densiflora 'Oculus-draconis'
Common Name
Dragon Eye Pine
Planting Zone
Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
20-40 ft
Spread
15-20 ft
Suggested Uses
Specimen
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A small, flat-topped, upright tree-form of Japanese red pine with species-typical branching and long, variegated needles, each having 2 bands of yellow alternating with the typical green. When viewed from the terminal bud, the effect is said to resemble the eye of a dragon.

Special Care Instructions

Cultivar has emerald green foliage with two prominent yellow stripes and shaggy brown bark.

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