Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Pinus strobus
Mature Height: 50–80'
Mature Width: 20–30'
Recommended Spacing: 12–20'
Growth Rate: Fast (2'+ per year)
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil Preferences: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic
Overview This soft-needled pine provides a fast-growing, airy screen with a more natural look. While not as dense as some spruces or arborvitaes, it fills in quickly and handles pruning well.
Best Uses
Naturalized privacy screens
Windbreaks
Wildlife habitat
Native planting
Part shade tolerant
Tips for Success
Avoid heavy clay
Prune to maintain density
Monitor for white pine weevil