Eastern White Pine

*Native Ontario Tree*

The Eastern White Pine (Pinus Strobus) is the biggest conifer native to eastern Ontario. This fast-growing evergreen with long, soft, blue-green needles is commonly found as far north as Newfoundland and as far south as northern Georgia.

The Eastern White Pine can reach a maximum height of 80 feet and a width of 40 feet at maturity. The tree has a graceful, rounded pyramidal shape. It makes an excellent windbreak and shade tree and can be clipped into hedges. The lifespan of the Eastern White Pine is 200 years.

Mature Height: 60 to 80 feet (18 to 24 meters)

Mature Spread: 25 to 40 feet (7.6 to 12 meters) pyramidal becoming open with large branches in maturity   

Hardiness: Zone 3-7 

Growth Rate: Fast - 12 to 24 inches (30 to 61 cm) per year

Common Ailments: Canker, weevil, chlorosis, intolerant of pollution and salt   

Seed Source: Madawaska Valley, Ontario

Preferred Soil: ph 4.5-6, well-drained, very acid, course texture    

Attributes: A very fine soft texture tree that will grow about 2 feet (61 cm) annually once it becomes established. Many native groves still persist in our area where their large majestic beauty can still be fully appreciated.