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Eastern White Pine

Eastern White Pine

Eastern White Pine

(Northern White Pine, Weymouth Pine)           

Pinus Strobus

This native evergreen of New Brunswick is the tallest softwood tree in eastern Canada and the provincial tree of Ontario. A popular landscaping tree for its fast growth and elegant form. It is an important tree in the forestry industry and the preferred softwood for many building products. Provides food and shelter for local wildlife.

Additional information

Foliage

Evergreen, Coniferous

Locale

Native to New Brunswick, Native to North America

Height

Large (60-100ft)

Width

Moderate

Form

Pyramidal

Growth Rate

Fast

Hardiness Zones *

3, 4, 5

Longevity

Long (over 100 years)

Sun Exposure

Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Mostly Shade (slow growth), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs)

Soil Preferences *

Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining

Soil Tolerances

Dry, Slightly Alkaline

Ornamental Interest

Form

Wildlife Value

Birds (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds)

Human Value

Carpentry (wood)

Seed Collection

Personally in NB

Planting Considerations

Intolerant of Drought, Intolerant of Road Salt, Intolerant of Soil Compaction, Intolerant of Urban Pollution