Austrian Pine – Pinus nigra Seeds | 400 Seeds | Hardy Evergreen Tree | Fast Growing | Windbreak & Bonsai

Plant strong, resilient evergreens with Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra), also known as European Black Pine. This fast-growing conifer develops a dense pyramidal shape in youth and matures into a broad, spreading crown with rugged, deeply furrowed bark that becomes increasingly attractive with age.

Exceptionally hardy and adaptable, Austrian Pine tolerates cold winters, heat, drought, wind, salt spray, pollution, and urban conditions. It is ideal for windbreaks, privacy screens, mass plantings, highway plantings, and challenging landscapes. The dark green needles provide year-round color and structure, and the species is also popular for bonsai and topiary.

This 400-seed pack is perfect for large windbreak rows, restoration projects, nursery production, or growing multiple bonsai specimens.

You will receive:
✔️ 400 Austrian Pine seeds
✔️ Fresh seeds, not pretreated
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Basic germination instructions

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Austrian Pine, European Black Pine
Botanical Name: Pinus nigra
Plant Type: Needled evergreen conifer
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates clay and urban soils
Watering: Medium; moderate drought tolerance once established
Mature Height: 40–60 feet
Spread: 20–40 feet
Growth Rate: Fast to medium
USDA Zones: 4–7
Container Friendly: Yes (for bonsai when young)
Evergreen: Yes
Uses: Windbreak, privacy screen, specimen tree, bonsai, topiary

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours, then cold stratify for 30 days at about 40°F in a moist medium. After stratification, sow 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil and keep evenly moist until germination.