Pinus nigra 'Frank'Back in the 1980's when the Mitsch Nursery was in its heyday, they found this wonderful tight and narrow fastigiate form of Austrian Black pine, which they named and registered. There is always a need for these 'exclamation point' shaped plants in gardens, as they contrast nicely with all of the mounding plants. The needles are a very dark, rich green, adding to its attractiveness. The buds are striking white in the fall and winter, adding interest.