| General Description | Pinus sylvestris 'Gold Coin' is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree noted for its bright golden winter foliage. |
| Shape | Conical to columnar. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun, in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Tolerant of urban environments and poor soil but must have proper drainage. Dislikes hot, humid climates. |
| Pests | Possible problems include: sawflies, scale, moths, pine wilt nematode and Sphaeropsis (Diplodia) tip blight. |
| Notable Specimens | RHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon, England. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Exfoliating, orange- to red-brown. |
| Leaf Description | Needles are 2 per fascicle, green with a yellow tip and bright golden yellow in winter. |
| Fruit Description | Cones are grey to light brown. |
