Plant Profile: Pinus sylvestris 'Watereri'

The 'Watereri' cultivar initially grows in an upright manner but gradually develops a broad conical shape as it matures. Its branch tips tend to point upwards, and it generally expands more in width than in height.

Due to its slow growth rate, this cultivar is particularly well-suited for bonsai cultivation.

Throughout the year, it captivates with its small cones, rigid, twisted needles that exhibit a blue-gray hue, and bark that has an orange tint.

Although not indigenous, it has become established in certain areas of the northeastern and north-central United States.

However, it is susceptible to various issues, including sphaeropsis tip blight, pine wilt nematode, sawflies, moths, and scale insects.

For further details, refer to information on Pinus sylvestris.