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Posted 04/18/2023 in Tree

Pinus strobus

The largest conifer and the state tree of Maine and Michigan. Very distinctive when compared to other conifers. Its branches are horizontal and tiered. Tufts of light- to bluish-green needles are borne in feathery clusters of five only toward the ends of the twigs.

Post Details

Latin Name
Pinus strobus
Common Name
Eastern White Pine
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
50-80 ft
Spread
50-80 ft
Suggested Uses
Specimen
Potential Pests
Blights, and white pine blister rust

Plant Story

The largest conifer and the state tree of Maine and Michigan. Very distinctive when compared to other conifers. Its branches are horizontal and tiered. Tufts of light- to bluish-green needles are borne in feathery clusters of five only toward the ends of the twigs.

Special Care Instructions

Should not be planted next to species of Ribes( currants and gooseberries) for they host white pine 

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