noun
small pine; young pine
Refers to a pine tree that is small in size or still young. Often used in gardening, bonsai, or poetic contexts.
庭に小松を植えた。
I planted a small pine in the garden.
盆栽の小松は手入れが楽しい。
Taking care of a bonsai young pine is enjoyable.
Compound of 小 (small) and 松 (pine). The reading こまつ is a straightforward kun'yomi combination.