Pinus strobus- White pine

Description

Maine is the Pine Tree State due to the ubiquity of this species. The pine cone and tassel is the state flower. (Evidently, somebody didn’t consult with a botanist to be told that pines are gymnosperms, and gymnosperms do not bear flowers, but oh well.) Big tall growing trees long used for their excellent lumber. The legendary King’s Pines were used for masts on British sailing ships back in the colonial days and before. They have wonderful wildlife qualities too, providing habitat and food for so many animals. I have been recommending white pines more and more now, especially to replace hemlocks due to the hemlock woolly adelgid becoming more prevalent here in southern Maine. Makes a nice border hedge, more airy then the stiffer growing spruces.

$40, 2 gallon pots, 2.5-3ft high