Pinus wallichiana – Himalayan pine, Bhutan pine, Blue pine

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Pinus wallichiana – Himalayan pine, Bhutan pine, Blue pine

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Particularly lovely species with an open crown. Especially striking thanks to its long, hanging needles. The crown has a broad, pyramidal shape at first, but later it spreads out very broadly with horizontally protruding branches. When growing freely on its own, the branches stay on the tree all the way down to the ground. In its natural habitat, the tree can grow to a height of 50 m, but it is usually smaller when cultivated. The trunk is smooth and dark grey at first, but later flaking off in plates. The blue frosted needles are bent, remarkably long and thin and hang straight down, particularly from young twigs. Young cones are upright, but later they hang down as well. They are 15 - 25 cm long and 3 - 5 cm thick. Young trees, in particular, require support in windy sites and are sensitive to frost. Tolerates dry conditions.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Specifications
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Height
15 - 30 (50) m
Width
10-20m
Crown
broadly pyramidal, later spreading out very broadly, half-open crown, capricious growing
Bark and branches
dark grey and flaking, twigs bare and covered with a bluish frosting
Leaf
hanging needles, 5 together, soft and thin, bluish grey, bent, evergreen
Flowers
unremarkable, ♂ pale yellow, ♀ on a short stem, reddish, fragrant flowers
Fruits
upright cones, later hanging, single, 15 - 25 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
well-permeable, somewhat acidic
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
7a (-17,7 to -15,0 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Fauna tree
provides food for birds
Application
tree containers, roof gardens, industrial areas
Shape
multi-stem treem, clearstem conifer, specimen conifer
Origin
Himalayan mountains
Synonyms
Pinus griffithii
Clear stem conifer Multi-stem tree Specimen conifer acid soil clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving suitable for dry soil broad conical 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown bluegreen greygreen yellow average growing provides food for birds non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing Ornamental fruit Fragrant flowers playground tree
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Frequently asked questions
Pinus wallichiana

Pinus wallichiana can eventually reach a height of 15 - 30 (50) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Pinus wallichiana is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 15 - 30 (50) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Pinus wallichiana is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Pinus wallichiana with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Pinus wallichiana blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.