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Pinus resinosa
Red Pine (Norway Pine)
A conical, straight-trunked conifer with horizontal to ascending branching and an oval to rounded crown. Sharply-pointed, yellow-green to dark green needles are displayed against the tree's bark which is red-tinged from crown to base, hence the name.
- » Conical in form with an oval to rounded crown
- » Shiny, dark green needles grow 10 to 15 cm long
- » Horizontal to ascending branching
- » Spreading branches with tufted needles, resembling a fox's tail
- » Flaking bark is reddish to pink to gray in colour
2gal
$48.00
- Category:Evergreens
- Hardiness Zone:2
- Height:30-35 m
- Spread:6-7 m
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average to Dry Soils |
Growth Rate
| • | Medium |
Critter
| • | Deer Resistant |
Habit
| • | Conical |
Foliage Color
| • | Green (dark) |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Pinus resinosa
The roots of the red pine go fairly deep into the ground and are widespread; this means the tree can withstand strong winds. Wood from the red pine because of its strength has been used to make poles, pilings and used as structural timber.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus resinosa
The red pine needs sun and space to grow. It does better in the countryside since it is not tolerant of air pollution and salt damage.
