Tag Archives: Pinus parviflora

A Couple of Shohin in Development

These two trees started life as shohin a few years ago and I am pleased with their progress. The first is a Japanese White pine that was much taller until chopped to the top of the thick trunk a few … Continue reading

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Chuhin White Pine

This little white pine was chopped a few years ago and is progressing nicely. There are plenty of buds and back buds developing for next years growth. It went into this pot for training and development this year and I … Continue reading

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White Pine Update

As the current growing season gradually winds down with the prospect of winter ahead i managed to grab a shot or two of one of my white pines. a year or so back I read an article on the Cratageus … Continue reading

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White Pine Progress

This little white pine is progressing with this year with healthy candle growth and vital back budding. In the last few years I have not been removing old needles but have let them fall naturally. Although this tends to make the … Continue reading

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A Chunky Little Devil

This tree received a brutal chop last winter (click) but has recovered well. I have fed it heavily with a view to promoting growth without worrying about needle length etc. When it is eventually put into a suitable pot it … Continue reading

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