Botanical profile

Pinus strobus 'Pendula'

Latin name
Pinus strobus Pendula
Common name
Weeping White Pine 'Pendula'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Pinus strobus 'Pendula' is an Eastern white pine with an irregular weeping habit, valued for its sculptural and flowing appearance, with supple cascading branches that create a unique and changing silhouette depending on the trunk's formation. Its soft blue-green foliage, composed of long, fine needles grouped in fives, brings a vaporous and luminous texture to the garden year-round. This moderately growing cultivar is often trained on a stake to gain height, then left free to develop its natural forms. It is ideal as a specimen plant, in rock gardens, or informal gardens, where a lively and organic focal point is desired. Very hardy, tolerant of wind, cold, and various types of well-drained soils, 'Pendula' combines movement, lightness, and natural elegance.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Acidic to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not significant
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Discrete, light brown cylindrical cones
Foliage color
Falling green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Weeper
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2.5 to 3 m (8 to 10 feet)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.