Pinus parviflora 'Goykuri'

A semi-dwarf, fairly slow-growing, evergreen coniferous tree only reaching 2m (6½ft) high and 1.5m (5ft) across after around ten years. The tree has a densely, conical profile The short, blue-green needles are stiff and produced in groups of five at the tips of new stems. They are approximately 3cm (1¼in) long and slightly curved or twisted giving the trees' canopy a ruffled texture. It is an ideal choice for a small city, or courtyard garden, where an architectural or evergreen focal point is needed