{"product_id":"pinus-parviflora-schoons-bonsai-japanese-white-pine-bushy-height-60-70cm-10lt","title":"Pinus parviflora Schoons Bonsai | Japanese white pine - Bushy - Height 60-70cm - 10lt","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"649\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePinus parviflora ‘Schoon’s’ is a beautiful and highly sought-after variety of Japanese White Pine, prized for its elegant form, attractive foliage and suitability for both traditional and contemporary gardens. Originating from Japan, this refined evergreen pine develops a naturally graceful habit, with twisting branches and soft, blue-green needles that are held in delicate clusters of five. The fine-textured foliage gives the tree a light, airy appearance, making it an excellent choice where year-round structure and visual interest are required.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eIn the UK, ‘Schoon’s’ is particularly valued by enthusiasts of Japanese-style gardens and those looking to create a specimen tree with character. It responds exceptionally well to pruning and training, making it ideal for bonsai, niwaki (cloud-pruned garden trees), or simply as an architectural feature in a border, courtyard or gravel garden. With age, the bark develops an attractive rugged texture, adding further winter interest and a sense of maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eThis slow-growing evergreen prefers a sunny, open position with free-draining soil. It is tolerant of a range of soil types, including slightly acidic to neutral soils, but dislikes heavy, waterlogged conditions. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant, although young trees benefit from regular watering during dry spells, particularly when grown in containers. A sheltered position is beneficial in exposed areas, especially where cold winds may cause damage to the fine needles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e‘Schoon’s’ remains compact compared with many other pines, making it suitable for smaller gardens where a specimen tree is desired without excessive growth. Over many years it can develop into a highly sculptural tree, with a characterful silhouette that improves with age.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"2143\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAn excellent choice for collectors, Japanese-inspired planting schemes, rock gardens and formal landscapes, Pinus parviflora ‘Schoon’s’ offers year-round beauty, low maintenance and a timeless elegance that makes it a standout evergreen feature in the UK garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arundel Arboretum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57170751881594,"sku":"PINU-SCHO-0006-10","price":143.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9130\/4688\/files\/53832090-437a-4ca8-a9e5-527f447dcd40.jpg?v=1786965991","url":"https:\/\/www.arundelarboretum.co.uk\/products\/pinus-parviflora-schoons-bonsai-japanese-white-pine-bushy-height-60-70cm-10lt","provider":"Arundel Arboretum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}