{"product_id":"kotobuki-dwarf-japanese-black-pine-pinus-thunbergii-live-plant","title":"Kotobuki Dwarf Japanese Black Pine, Bonsai Starter Conifer Tree - Live Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eBring refined Japanese character and year-round evergreen beauty to your landscape with 'Kotobuki' Pinus Thunbergii Japanese Black Pine. This distinctive dwarf selection is prized for its narrow, upright pyramidal form, short dark green needles, and attractive white spring candles\u003cspan\u003e. Unlike the broad, spreading habit of standard Japanese Black Pine, 'Kotobuki' stays naturally compact and vertical, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, containers, rock gardens, and bonsai collections. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dense, stiff needles give this cultivar a wonderful textured appearance, while the contrasting light-colored candles that emerge in spring add another season of interest. Its rugged evergreen character combined with its refined silhouette makes 'Kotobuki' particularly appealing in Japanese-inspired landscapes and collector conifer gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/em\u003e Evergreen conifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/em\u003e Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/em\u003e 4-5 ft tall x 2 ft wide in 10 years; can be kept much smaller as bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eHardiness Zones: \u003c\/em\u003eUSDA 5-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/em\u003eWell-draining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWatering:\u003c\/em\u003e Moderate; once established in the ground allow the soil to dry somewhat between waterings rather than keeping it constantly wet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, \u0026amp; features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy You'll Love It: For gardeners who appreciate unusual conifers, 'Kotobuki' is a standout. Its combination of dwarf size, narrow upright growth, short dark needles, and contrasting spring candles gives it a refined appearance while retaining the rugged character associated with Japanese Black Pine. Whether planted in the landscape, displayed in a container, or developed as bonsai, 'Kotobuki' offers exceptional character in a compact package.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flying Dragon Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2 gallon","offer_id":48280328241370,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3708\/5402\/files\/pinus-thunbergii-kotobuki-japanese-black-pine-3.jpg?v=1785352313","url":"https:\/\/flyingdragonnursery.com\/products\/kotobuki-dwarf-japanese-black-pine-pinus-thunbergii-live-plant","provider":"Flying Dragon Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}