Pinus bungeana

Common Name: Lacebark Pine

Description:
The Lacebark Pine (Pinus bungeana) is an elegant evergreen conifer known for its striking exfoliating bark, which peels away in patches to reveal a stunning mosaic of green, white, grey, and brown. Native to China, this slow-growing pine develops a broad, rounded canopy with age, making it a highly ornamental feature tree. Its needle-like leaves grow in clusters of three, providing a rich green contrast against its distinctive bark. Preferring well-drained soil and full sun, this hardy tree is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in a variety of soil types. Ideal for parks, large gardens, and as a statement specimen, the Lacebark Pine adds year-round architectural beauty to any landscape.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 10–15 m
• Width: 6–10 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Does not flower (produces cones instead)

Flower Colour:

• N/A (produces small, rounded cones)

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Disease Resistant
• Frost Hardy
• Ornamental Exfoliating Bark
• Long-Lived & Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Other ornamental conifers such as Cedrus, Cupressus, and Pinus species
• Deciduous trees like Acer (Maple) for seasonal contrast
• Ground covers like Liriope, Lomandra, or ornamental grasses for textural variety