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European Black Pine Ornamental Tree (Pinus Nigra)

The European black pine, also known as Austrian pine, is a hardy evergreen tree admired for its tall, upright growth and dense, dark green needles. Its strong structure and year-round foliage provide dependable visual interest and landscape presence.
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  • Planting Conditions: The European black pine thrives in full sun and needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth and health. It is highly tolerant of a wide range of conditions, making it well-suited to exposed and challenging sites.
  • This tree prefers well-drained soil, although it can adapt to a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and even rocky soils. It can tolerate slightly acidic to neutral pH (around 5.5 to 7.0) but is also known for its ability to withstand poorer, nutrient-deficient soils. Good drainage is essential, as overly wet or compacted soil can harm its root system.
  • European black pine is particularly suited to coastal and urban environments due to its resilience against wind, salt spray, and pollution, making it an excellent choice for both rural and city planting.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast growth rate, typically growing 30-60 cm (1-2 feet) per year under optimal conditions.
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European Black Pine Ornamental Tree Description

The European black pine (Pinus nigra), also known as Austrian pine, is a hardy and resilient evergreen tree prized for its tall, upright form and dense, dark green needles that provide year-round structure and interest in the landscape. Typically reaching a mature height of 20-30 metres, it is well-suited to larger gardens, parks, and open landscapes, where it can grow to its full potential and serve as an impressive feature or windbreak.

The European black pine’s needles are long and dark green, giving the tree a rich, full appearance that remains consistent throughout the seasons. Unlike deciduous trees, this pine retains its needles year-round, which makes it ideal for providing winter interest and screening even in colder months. In spring, it produces small pollen cones, followed by seed cones that mature over two years, adding subtle visual texture to the tree.

This tree is highly valued for its resilience. It can thrive in exposed, windy, or coastal locations and withstands pollution, making it an excellent choice for urban planting. Additionally, it is known to tolerate poor and rocky soils, so it is suitable for areas where other trees may struggle. Its robust structure and hardy nature make it ideal for creating windbreaks, as well as adding privacy and structure to large landscapes.

Pruning Advice

Pruning the European black pine is generally minimal, as it has a naturally strong and well-structured growth habit. The best time for any light pruning is in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Prune sparingly, focusing on removing any dead, damaged, or crowded branches to promote airflow through the tree and prevent disease.

If you need to control its size, prune the new growth “candles” (the light green new shoots) in early summer to reduce overall height or encourage denser growth. This practice will help maintain the tree’s form without causing it to lose its natural shape. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as pine trees do not regenerate well from cuts made into mature wood.

Further Information

Year-round evergreen foliage: Provides structure and greenery in all seasons.

Tough and resilient: Thrives in harsh conditions, including coastal, windy, and polluted areas.

Low maintenance: Requires minimal pruning, making it ideal for less-intensive gardening.

Versatile uses: Can be used as a windbreak, privacy screen, or architectural focal point in large landscapes.

Wildlife-friendly: Offers shelter for birds and small animals, enhancing biodiversity.

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Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £7.99 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £14.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £60 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.

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