Pinus parviflora Ibocan

Common Name: Ibo-Can Japanese White Pine

Description: The Ibo-Can Japanese White Pine (Pinus parviflora 'Ibo-Can') is a distinctive evergreen conifer celebrated for its irregular, upright form and unique textural features. This cultivar showcases twisted blue-green needles grouped in fives, providing a soft, lush appearance. A notable characteristic is its rough, cork-like bark, which adds visual interest and texture to the landscape. 'Ibo-Can' is a slow-growing variety, typically reaching a height of approximately 3 meters and a spread of about 2.4 meters at maturity. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it well-suited to Melbourne's climate. This pine is an excellent choice for use as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, or for general garden use, and is also ideal for bonsai cultivation due to its manageable size and unique form. Minimal maintenance is required, with occasional pruning of new growth to maintain its shape. 'Ibo-Can' adds year-round interest to gardens with its evergreen foliage and distinctive bark.

Form:

• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: approximately 3 meters
• Width: approximately 2.4 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Does not flower

Flower Colour:

• Not applicable

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Evergreen
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
• Slow Growing
• Ideal for Bonsai
• Unique Bark Texture

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum)
• Azaleas (Rhododendron spp.)
• Camellias (Camellia spp.)
• Hostas (Hosta spp.)
• Ferns