Pinus Thunbergii or Japanese Black Pine is a classic outdoor, evergreen species of tree to use for Bonsai purposes and it is also very popular in Japan. ... Bonsai Pines dislike permanent moisture so be careful not to over water.
Growth rate can be as great as four feet per year. Irrigation may be required during the establishment period, after that they readily adapt to all but extreme soil moisture levels. This species tolerates wind, heat and drought.
Black Pine is an evergreen, gymnosperm tree that grows 20-50' tall.
In a natural setting, the Japanese or Black Pine could grow to heights between 80 and 100 feet. However, in a typical garden setting, it is more likely to settle around 25 feet. It grows between 2 and 3 feet per year and has a long lifespan with some trees, in the right conditions living as long as 150 years.. . . . .364011235715!]0000000000000009783314146370!]
