Pinus koraiensis 'Oculus Draconis'

Pinus koraiensis 'Oculus Draconis'

There are a couple of cultivars with the name 'Oculus Draconis', which means Dragon's Eye and refers to the variegation. This is a Korean pine that has some variegation, and thus this name. The tree has interesting curved, long needles giving the tree a somewhat weeping look. Growing about 1 foot per year, you can expect this tree to be 10 ft tall x 5 ft wide in 10 years. The variegation is bright, making this tree light up a dark corner.

Type: Pine Tree
Genus: Pinus
Species: koraiensis
Exposure: Full Sun; Partial Shade
Color: Green; White; Bicolor; Cream-Yellow
Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
Ultimate Height: 15 ft.
Hardiness Zone: 5; 6; 7; 8; 9
Growth Habit: pyramidal
Water Requirements: Bi Monthly Watering