Pinus thunbergii 'Ichiyo' (Japanese Black Pine 'Ichiyo')

Pinus thunbergii 'Ichiyo', commonly known as Japanese Black Pine 'Ichiyo', is a cultivar of the Pinus thunbergii species. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree with an irregular pyramidal shape and dense, dark green needles. 'Ichiyo' is prized for its unique twisted and contorted branches, adding an interesting architectural element to the landscape. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach a height of 20-40 feet and a spread of 15-25 feet.