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Silver Whispers Swiss Stone Pine - 5 Gallon
SKU:
2071705
UPC:
014949654255
$109.99
- Elegant, space‑savvy conifer with a naturally narrow, columnar form—tailor‑made for small gardens and tight side yards.
- Silvery, white‑striped dark‑green needles create a shimmering effect year‑round; striking violet‑blue cones add ornamental interest.
- Cold‑hardy (USDA 3–7) and slow‑growing to ~10–12 ft. tall × ~6 ft. wide—easy to place without overwhelming the landscape.
- Low‑maintenance and waterwise: thrives in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic, loamy soils once established.
Silver Whispers Swiss Stone Pine (Pinus cembra ‘Klein’) is a near‑perfect compact evergreen when you want year‑round structure and refined texture without the bulk. Dense, white‑striped needles read silver from a distance, while decorative, 3‑inch violet‑blue cones punctuate the column for four‑season appeal. Sized for urban lots, entry beds, and conifer gardens, this slow‑growing, cold‑tolerant selection excels in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soils with minimal care after establishment.
Plant Description
A compact, very hardy Swiss stone pine with a naturally narrow, columnar habit and closely set whorls of needles that keep the silhouette crisp and formal all year.
Foliage & Texture
Dark‑green needles display bright white striping, creating a silvery sheen—especially in low winter sun—while the dense arrangement provides fine, tailored texture.
Cones & Seasonal Interest
Long, decorative cones develop in shades of violet‑blue (to ~3 in.); the seed‑laden cones and sheltering structure offer seasonal benefits for birds.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours/day) for tightest form and best color; position as a vertical accent, screen element, or anchor in a conifer border.
Watering Needs
During establishment, water deeply and allow the top ~2 inches of soil to dry between waterings. Once established, reduce frequency and avoid continually wet conditions.
Soil Requirements
Prefers enriched, slightly acidic, loamy, well‑drained soils. Mulch to conserve moisture and moderate temperature; do not plant in standing water.
Growth & Size
Slow growing; typically reaches 10–12 ft. tall and about 6 ft. wide at maturity, holding a slender footprint suited to foundation corners and narrow beds.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–7; excellent winter performance and year‑round evergreen presence in cold climates.
Special Features
Waterwise and easy‑care once established; deer and rabbit resistant; compact form; showy cones; supports birds with structure and seasonal seed.
Landscape Uses
Vertical specimen for tight spaces, punctuation in mixed borders, paired flanking accents, low‑maintenance privacy slice, and winter‑interest conifer compositions.
Care Instructions
Feed a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring flush if desired. Prune only to remove dead or damaged wood—shearing is unnecessary. Maintain even moisture the first season; taper to deep, occasional soakings thereafter.
Design Tips
Combine with Japanese maples, rhododendrons, pieris, daphne, and shade‑tolerant perennials to amplify the silver‑green palette and extend seasonal interest.
- Elegant, space‑savvy conifer with a naturally narrow, columnar form—tailor‑made for small gardens and tight side yards.
- Silvery, white‑striped dark‑green needles create a shimmering effect year‑round; striking violet‑blue cones add ornamental interest.
- Cold‑hardy (USDA 3–7) and slow‑growing to ~10–12 ft. tall × ~6 ft. wide—easy to place without overwhelming the landscape.
- Low‑maintenance and waterwise: thrives in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic, loamy soils once established.
Silver Whispers Swiss Stone Pine (Pinus cembra ‘Klein’) is a near‑perfect compact evergreen when you want year‑round structure and refined texture without the bulk. Dense, white‑striped needles read silver from a distance, while decorative, 3‑inch violet‑blue cones punctuate the column for four‑season appeal. Sized for urban lots, entry beds, and conifer gardens, this slow‑growing, cold‑tolerant selection excels in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soils with minimal care after establishment.
Plant Description
A compact, very hardy Swiss stone pine with a naturally narrow, columnar habit and closely set whorls of needles that keep the silhouette crisp and formal all year.
Foliage & Texture
Dark‑green needles display bright white striping, creating a silvery sheen—especially in low winter sun—while the dense arrangement provides fine, tailored texture.
Cones & Seasonal Interest
Long, decorative cones develop in shades of violet‑blue (to ~3 in.); the seed‑laden cones and sheltering structure offer seasonal benefits for birds.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours/day) for tightest form and best color; position as a vertical accent, screen element, or anchor in a conifer border.
Watering Needs
During establishment, water deeply and allow the top ~2 inches of soil to dry between waterings. Once established, reduce frequency and avoid continually wet conditions.
Soil Requirements
Prefers enriched, slightly acidic, loamy, well‑drained soils. Mulch to conserve moisture and moderate temperature; do not plant in standing water.
Growth & Size
Slow growing; typically reaches 10–12 ft. tall and about 6 ft. wide at maturity, holding a slender footprint suited to foundation corners and narrow beds.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–7; excellent winter performance and year‑round evergreen presence in cold climates.
Special Features
Waterwise and easy‑care once established; deer and rabbit resistant; compact form; showy cones; supports birds with structure and seasonal seed.
Landscape Uses
Vertical specimen for tight spaces, punctuation in mixed borders, paired flanking accents, low‑maintenance privacy slice, and winter‑interest conifer compositions.
Care Instructions
Feed a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring flush if desired. Prune only to remove dead or damaged wood—shearing is unnecessary. Maintain even moisture the first season; taper to deep, occasional soakings thereafter.
Design Tips
Combine with Japanese maples, rhododendrons, pieris, daphne, and shade‑tolerant perennials to amplify the silver‑green palette and extend seasonal interest.
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