Jane Kluis Japanese Red Pine

Jane Kluis Japanese Red Pine (Pinus densiflora 'Jane Kluis')

Jane Kluis Japanese Red Pine (Pinus densiflora 'Jane Kluis') is a compact, slow-growing conifer known for its tidy mounded shape and soft, vibrant green needles. This refined dwarf cultivar of the Japanese Red Pine is ideal for small gardens, rockeries, or foundation plantings where a low-maintenance evergreen with year-round texture is desired. Its formal shape and adaptability make it a dependable structural element in both traditional and modern landscapes.

Distinctive Features

'Jane Kluis' grows into a dense, rounded mound with short, finely textured needles arranged in pairs. The foliage maintains a rich green color throughout the year, creating a plush, layered effect. Its natural form is symmetrical and compact, requiring little to no pruning to retain its shape. With age, it slowly broadens and gains character while remaining under three feet in height for many years.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soils
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate; tolerates some drought once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7

Ideal Uses

• Foundation plantings and front-of-border accents
• Rock gardens and small-space landscapes
• Formal plantings and conifer gardens
• Evergreen texture in year-round beds
• Accent for Asian-inspired or minimalist designs

Low Maintenance Care

• Natural form requires no pruning
• Water regularly during establishment
• Mulch to protect roots and retain moisture
• Fertilize lightly in spring to encourage healthy growth
• Cold-hardy and adaptable to most garden soils

Why Choose Jane Kluis Japanese Red Pine

• Dense, rounded habit offers neat structure
• Soft green needles provide lush year-round texture
• Compact form is perfect for small spaces
• Low maintenance and slow growing
• Creates a tidy evergreen focal point with minimal effort

Jane Kluis Japanese Red Pine delivers understated elegance and dependable form, making it a reliable evergreen focal point for compact gardens, foundation beds, or any landscape that values low maintenance and structural beauty.