Kobe Dwarf Japanese White Pine, Rare Bonsai Starter Tree - Live Plant

Discover the refined beauty and compact charm of Pinus parviflora ‘Kobe’, a rare dwarf cultivar of the Japanese White Pine. With its soft, short blue-green needles, dense branching, and pyramidal growth, ‘Kobe’ is a top choice for bonsai cultivation and small-space landscapes. Whether you’re creating a formal bonsai or adding structure and year-round color to a rock garden or container, ‘Kobe’ brings elegance, hardiness, and long-term value to your collection.

Key Features:

• Foliage: Short, soft blue-green needles (more green than blue)
• Growth Habit: Dwarf, upright; naturally artistic shape
• Ideal for Bonsai: Naturally compact with refined needles and excellent branching structure 
• Plant Type: Dwarf evergreen conifer
• Sun Exposure: Full sun; some afternoon shade in hot climates is tolerated
• Mature Size: 3-4 ft in landscape over 10–15 years (easily kept smaller as bonsai) 
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5-9 
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil is ideal
• Watering: Moderate needs — let soil dry slightly between waterings

Please Note:

**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.

**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, & features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase

**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)

Limited availability — this is a slow-growing and uncommon cultivar Bring home a piece of Japanese garden tradition with a rare, refined conifer. Pinus parviflora ‘Kobe’ is perfect for bonsai, container gardening, or adding sculptural texture to your landscape. Order now while supplies last!