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Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine
Pinus densiflora 'Golden Ghost'
Pronunciation: PY-nus DEN-sih-floor-uh
SKU #06896
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Grows 6 to 12 in. per year; reaches 6 to 15 ft. tall and wide in 10 years.
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| Description | Striking golden foliage nearly shimmers in sunlight on this handsome upright conifer. Bundles of slender needles are held on orange-red stems, adding year-round interest. An excellent landscape accent, providing fantastic texture and color. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container |
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe) |
| Care Instructions | Grows best in slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to for shape and structure. |
Details
| Description | Striking golden foliage nearly shimmers in sunlight on this handsome upright conifer. Bundles of slender needles are held on orange-red stems, adding year-round interest. An excellent landscape accent, providing fantastic texture and color. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows best in slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to for shape and structure. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine evergreen or deciduous?
Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine?
Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine grow?
Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine in my landscape?
Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine is suitable for: Container.
What color is the foliage of Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine?
Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine has Yellow foliage.
What plants grow well with Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine?
Good companion plants for Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine include: Japanese Maple (Acer); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe).
How do I care for Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine?
Grows best in slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to for shape and structure.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.