Description
Eastern White Pine
General Information
Eastern White Pine features pyramidal form as a young tree, and matures with asymmetrical, wide spreading branches. The branches ascend from the center at a 45° angle and have soft, blue-green needles. After 5 to 10 years, 4-8″ cylindrical cones are produced. The cones generally grow in clusters on the top third of the tree. Eastern White Pine is fast growing and easy to transplant. Use as a specimen or accent tree. Great as a screen or hedge. Plant in an area where it has plenty of room to grown. Use as a living Christmas tree.
Additional Information
Pinus strobus grows best in Full to Part Sun. It will grow 40-50′ tall with a spread of 15-20′. Plant in zones 3 to 7. Deer and rabbit resistant. Attracts birds. Cold hardy. Plant in an sheltered area. Heavy ice, snow and strong winds may damage branches.
Care & Shipping Notes
Easy to grow in average, well drained soil. Prefers cool, humid climates and rich, slightly acidic soil. White pine weevil may be a pest and can cause death. White pine blister rust can be a fatal disease. Does not tolerate salt or air pollution well. Can be pruned to control desired shape and size. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE IN THESE US STATES AND TERRITORIES: AK, HI, GM, PR, VI. Also, WE NO LONGER SHIP TO CALIFORNIA due to Department of Ag restrictions on live plants.
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