{"product_id":"pinus-thunbergii-oculus-draconis","title":"Pinus thunbergii 'Oculus Draconis'","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most striking and unusual Japanese black pines, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinus thunbergii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Oculus Draconis’ is prized for its spectacular two-toned needles. Each needle features a distinctive golden-yellow band running along its length, creating a dramatic striped effect that gives the tree its intriguing name, Dragon’s Eye Pine. The colorful needles are arranged in pairs and provide year-round interest, becoming especially eye-catching against the dark bark and deep green interior foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis distinctive pine develops an irregular, picturesque form with gracefully spreading branches and a sculptural character that becomes more impressive with age. Its unusual coloration makes it an outstanding specimen tree for collectors, Japanese-inspired gardens, and landscapes where a truly distinctive evergreen is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow in full sun for the best golden coloration and in well-drained soil. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant. A remarkable collector's conifer that brings year-round color, texture, and personality to the garden!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Mountain","offers":[{"title":"1 gal Premium quality 3-4 year old trees 24-30\" tall x 8-10\" wide","offer_id":71929627279613,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1342\/7035\/files\/PinusThunbergianaOculusDraconisBM1.jpg?v=1794694629","url":"https:\/\/singtree.com\/products\/pinus-thunbergii-oculus-draconis","provider":"Singing Tree Gardens Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}