Pine 'Eastern White'

Scott's Nursery Ltd.

$24.99
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A majestic icon of the northern forest, the Eastern White Pine brings a soft, ethereal elegance to the landscape. Its long, slender needles are remarkably silky and flexible, gathered in airy tufts that give the tree a distinctive "fuzzy" or plume-like appearance from a distance. With its straight, stately trunk and graceful, tiered horizontal branches, it creates a serene, forest-inspired atmosphere that only grows more magnificent with age.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

50–80' H x 20–40' W

Zone:

3-8

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Fast

Light:

Full Sun/Partial Shade

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Eastern White Pine, Northern White Pine, Weymouth Pine, Pin Blanc

Scientific Name:

Pinus strobus

Type:

Ornamental Evergreen Tree / Native Conifer

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: Typically 50–80 feet tall with a 20–40 foot spread in cultivation; can reach over 100 feet in the wild.
  • Growth Habit / Form: Pyramidal in youth, maturing to a broad, irregular oval crown with tiered horizontal branches.
  • Growth Rate: Fast (adds 18–36 inches per year).
  • Longevity: Long-lived, reaching 200–250 years on average, with some specimens exceeding 400 years.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun to part shade; thrives best with full sun exposure.
  • Soil Preferences: Prefers fertile, moist, well-drained acidic loams.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to sandy, rocky, or dry soils but highly intolerant of heavy clay, alkaline conditions, or standing water.
  • Watering: Requires regular, deep watering until established; maintain an even moisture level without waterlogging.

Special Features:

  • Disease Resistances: Susceptible to White Pine Blister Rust and White Pine Weevil; intolerant of urban air pollutants like sulfur dioxide.
  • Native Species: Native to Northeastern North America.
  • Attracts: Provides critical food and shelter for songbirds, squirrels, and butterflies.
  • Uses: Widely used for high-quality timber, Christmas trees, and large-scale landscaping.
Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom Information: Non-flowering; produces inconspicuous male and female strobili in spring.
  • Bark: Smooth and grey on young trees, becoming deeply furrowed and reddish-brown with age.
  • Fruit: Large, slender, cylindrical cones (4–8 inches long) that mature to brown.
  • Evergreen Interest: Soft bluish-green needles remain vibrant throughout the winter.

Garden Value:

Valued as a magnificent specimen tree, high-quality shade provider, or naturalized windbreak and privacy screen. Its fine, soft texture sets it apart as a refined focal point in large estates and parks.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Seeds are a vital food source for birds and mammals; dense branches offer essential nesting sites.
  • Human Value: Provides rapid canopy for shade and privacy; wood is prized for its lightweight, easily workable nature in construction and millwork.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Early spring or early fall when the weather is cooler.
  • Spacing: Plant at least 20–30 feet away from other trees and 50+ feet from structures due to mature height.
  • Location Tips: Choose a relatively sheltered location to prevent winter windburn; avoid planting near roads due to salt intolerance.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Prefers full sun; requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal health.
  • Moisture Requirements: Needs consistent moisture, especially when young; water deeply once a week during dry spells.
  • Maintenance, Fertilization: Low maintenance; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer specialized for acid-loving plants in early spring.

Tolerances:

Rabbits, deer (moderate), and different soil moisture levels (dry to boggy if well-drained).

Tips For Success:

Apply a thick layer of organic mulch (like pine needles) around the root zone to keep soil cool and retain moisture. Prune only new growth to maintain shape, and protect young trees from deer browsing.

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