Name: Pinus strobus
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Pinus strobus

White Pine

Main interest:

winter interest, attracts birds, tolerant of deer and rabbits

Exposure:

tolerates partial shade when younger, grows in any soil type but prefers sand or sand loam, tolerates different moisture levels

Foliage:

skinny green needles

USDA Hardiness:

zone 3: -40 ° C (-40 ° F) View Zone Map

Mature height & width (max.):

height: 65 to 130 ft (20-40 m)

Use:

specimen

Pinus strobus is a quick growing White Pine that can grow more than 2 feet a year, reaching up to 80 feet. This tree boasts dark greyish bark with broad thick ridges, 6-12 cm long blue/green needles, and white pine cones 8-20 cm in length. Grows best in full sun, acidic, moist, well-drained soil, although it is tolerant of dry, rocky, or bog conditions. Transplants well, works for windbreaks. Widley used as Christmas trees.

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