Swiss Stone Pine vs Korean Pine - TreeTime.ca

Swiss Stone Pine vs Korean Pine

Pinus cembra

Pinus koraiensis

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Swiss Stone Pine
Korean Pine

Swiss Stone Pine is a hardy, slow-growing evergreen. Narrowly pyramidal while young, this long-lived tree is adaptable to many soil types. Due to its shape and density, Swiss Stone Pine is a versatile shade or accent tree.

Although our pictures don't show it, this seldom seen tree is among the most attractive conifers we have seen and is likely why it is the most chosen tree used for memorials or dedications in public parks.

Swiss Stone Pine is also sought after for the large seeds it produces. They are often used as pine nuts are and are tasty in pesto.

Korean Pine is an attractive conifer suitable for shelterbelts, privacy screens, and ornamental planting. This tree is especially prized for its pine nuts. Korean Pine nuts are larger than most other species. They can be used in salads, pesto sauce, and other foods.

This conifer is generally tolerant of urban conditions but much prefers cool summer climates.

Swiss Stone Pine Quick Facts

Korean Pine Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 9 m (30 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 5 m (15 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Maintenance: medium


Foliage: long blue-green needles
Fall colour: green
Nuts: large edible seeds
Cones: attractive edible pine nuts
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: chinese pinenut