Pinus strobus
Eastern White Pine
Description
This evergreen conifer quickly reaches 30-60' tall and 15-30' wide. Foliage has soft, green needles. Juvenile trees have a symmetrical-pleasing, pyramidal habit; with age, tree has an open form with horizontal and ascending branches. Small cones are brown colored and resinous. Bark is brown color with straight vertical central leader. This tree does best in full sun with fertile, moist, well draining soil. It does tolerate urban air pollution and salts. Many cultivars now available.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
25-40', 40-60', 60-100'
Width Range
12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Intermittent
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Messy
Design Styles
Seascape, Water Garden, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Wind Break, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.