Pinus pumila chlorocarpa 20L 100-110cm

Pinus pumila chlorocarpa, USDA H5-hardy

A shrub recorded since 1887(Beissner) as pinus cembra var.chlorocarpa, and then subsequently 1964(Hillier) and again 1979 as ~compacta, though it’s uncertain if these subsequent namings are the same as the original plant. Regardless this is a pretty, bluey silver curved needled tree/shrub with yellow green cones

re. size/age: Smaller, younger, (and possibly cheaper) plants are not as robust and reliable as their larger counterparts according to the law of averages. Generally,(and up to a size where it becomes irrelevant), It is a myth that smaller plants establish themselves better:

More root plug =the greater total surface area of root enabling faster uptake of moisture and nutrient.

More girth/diameter to stem = greater total surface area of sapwood and cambium(...the vascular system) which enables longer storage of that moisture and nutrient

re. Grafts: It is a myth that grafts are weaker than seed/cutting grown. Regardless, grafts invariably grow faster(certainly in the early years) and can put roots down from the top scion(like layering), when planted deep enough. This gives several benefits of dual root systems...often capable of coping with more than one type of planting environment/rapidly changing or swinging climate environments within a single season. Grafting/cuttings are the most sure way of continuing the whole genotype of a specie or cv...ie. keeping it true to defining traits and form.