White Pine

Price range: $14.00 through $36.00

SKU: N/A Category: Conifers

Description

White Pine
Description	White pine (Pinus strobus) is an evergreen tree and Michigan’s state tree. White pine is very distinctive to other conifers. Its branches are horizontal and tiered with soft, bluish-green needles, which can be used for making tea. White pine is a hardy tree – it is shade tolerant and drought tolerant. Great for wildlife, white pine provides food and shelter to birds and mammals. Its wood is used for construction, finishing, and furniture.
Seedling information	Age	0 – 2 years
Seedling information	Size	7 – 10″
Size	Height	50 – 80 ft.
	Spread	20 – 40 ft.
	Growth rate	Fast
Needs	Sun	Full sun to partial shade
	Water use	Medium
	Soil	Fertile, moist, well-drained acidic soil
Fruit	Bloom time	April – May
	Bloom color	Red, pink, yellow, green, brown
	Fruit type	Cone
	Edible/Inedible	Inedible
Nativeness	Native
Benefits	Good for wildlife, erosion control, lumber, windbreak
Climate Change Hardiness	Low adaptability (US Forest Service)