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eastern white pine

eastern white pine

Pinus strobus

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 3bZone 8b

A tall, stately evergreen conifer with soft, feathery needles and a classic pyramidal shape. Eastern white pine grows quickly and is valued for its elegant appearance and can reach impressive heights in suitable conditions.

Overview

Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
50–150′ tall × 20–40′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 3bZone 8b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3b to Zone 8b

pH Range

46.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4 to 6.5

Soil Texture

Medium

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringWinter

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, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina

Function & Care

biomass/mulcherosion controlwildlife benefitwindbreak

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed