Lacebark Pine
Lacebark pine is a slow-growing evergreen tree. Its most attractive feature is its striking, multicolored bark. As the tree matures, usually after 10 years, the light colored bark begins to exfoliate in large puzzle-shaped plates revealing a mosaic of white, silver and light green on the trunk.
As a young tree, it is quite attractive due to the long, deep green needles. It has a pyramidal shape when young, maturing to a more open form over time.
Lacebark Pine
Lacebark pine is a slow-growing evergreen tree. Its most attractive feature is its striking, multicolored bark. As the tree matures, usually after 10 years, the light colored bark begins to exfoliate in large puzzle-shaped plates revealing a mosaic of white, silver and light green on the trunk.
As a young tree, it is quite attractive due to the long, deep green needles. It has a pyramidal shape when young, maturing to a more open form over time.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Pinus bungeana
Pronunciation
PY-nus bun-jee-AY-nuh
Mature Height
30 to 40 ft.
Mature Spread
20 to 30 ft.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
NA
Bloom time
NA
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
China
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-7
Elevation Limit
hardy to 6,500 ft.
Performance
There is a beautiful, small lacebark pine growing at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. It has a nice shape, attractive green needles and nice texture. The bark has not begun to exfoliate. It is a healthy, attractive small tree.
Lacebark pine may be hard to find for sale at plant nurseries, but can often be special ordered.
Maintenance
None usually required under normal conditions. Selective pruning may be needed to shape the tree over time.