{"product_id":"japanese-black-pine","title":"Japanese Black Pine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bold and character-filled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a dramatic low, sweeping form and excellent potential for continued development. This tree already displays strong trunk movement and an aged character that gives it the feeling of a pine shaped by years of wind and exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe long horizontal movement creates an especially interesting foundation for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewindswept, semi-cascade, or dramatic informal design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The existing deadwood adds another layer of rugged character, while healthy green needles and multiple growing points provide material for future branch selection and refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrently planted in a training container, this Japanese Black Pine is best viewed as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeveloping\/pre-bonsai with substantial character already established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than a finished bonsai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese Black Pine • Dramatic sweeping trunk movement • Existing deadwood character • Strong design potential • Healthy active foliage • Excellent candidate for wiring and branch refinement • Developing bonsai\/pre-bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor bonsai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese Black Pine thrives with abundant sunlight and is one of the better pine species for the Dallas climate. Provide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun, excellent drainage and good airflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while paying close attention to watering during extreme summer heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA great tree for someone who wants a Japanese Black Pine with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echaracter already built into the trunk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the opportunity to take the design in their own direction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Feral Root Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45343331090547,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0700\/2456\/0755\/files\/09596549-EB6B-4FF5-8332-0E06F084CF9D.png?v=1786429229","url":"https:\/\/feralrootbonsai.com\/products\/japanese-black-pine","provider":"Feral Root Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}