The White Pine Pinus Strobus or also known as the soft pine is one of the largest pine trees. They have been known to reach heights of over 200 feet tall but more commonly grow in a range of 160-180 feet tall. They have massive trunks that are 5 foot in diameter and have a circumference of 12 foot.This tree prefers well drained soils and dry climates. Since this tree can get so large it is loved by many loggers because of its massive size logs and vast amount of lumber that it can produce. This lumber has many different uses such as flooring, paneling, furniture making and parts for the boat.
Since there are so many uses of the white pine; people have started plantations that are strictly used for growing and logging white pine trees. You can get a great deal buying the white pine at wholesale costs from Quick Growing Tree nurseries online form there online nurseries.
Zone 3-8
Mature Height: 50-80 ft.
Mature Width: 30-50 ft.
Growth/Year: 3+ ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil Conditions: moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
Botanical Name: Pinus strobus