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pitch pine
Pinus rigida
tree☀️ full sun💧 low water
Pitch pine is a hardy, drought-tolerant evergreen conifer native to the eastern United States, known for its dense foliage and ability to thrive in poor, sandy soils. It is particularly valued for its resilience and winter interest in challenging landscape conditions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
Flood Tolerance
low
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 2b to Zone 8bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 3.5 to 5.1Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
WinterSpring
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina
Function & Care
biomass/mulcherosion controlwildlife benefitwindbreak
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation