Japanese umbrella pine
An unusual conifer best known for its attractive spirally arranged foliage, Sciadopitys verticillata is native to mountainous regions of Japan, where it is known as ''koyamaki''.
It is known as a living fossil with records dating back over 200 million years,
Sciadopitys is becoming a very popular garden plant, suitable for most gardens thanks to its slow growth rate, suits as a centrepiece in a large pot, or in the largest of herbaceous borders, A well deserved addition to any garden,
Site: Tolerant of inland exposure
Soil: Not too boggy
Position: Full sun to shade
Season of Interest: Evergreen, attractive foliage and shape
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: Slowly upto 20-30ft (6-9m) Spread:10-20ft (3-6m)