Eastern White Pine vs Korean Pine - TreeTime.ca

Eastern White Pine vs Korean Pine

Pinus strobus

Pinus koraiensis

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Eastern White Pine
Korean Pine

Eastern White Pine is a large pine native to eastern North America. It is the provincial tree of Ontario.

This long-lived, rapid growing giant is known for its long, flexible blue-green needles. Eastern White Pine is low-maintenance and makes a beautiful ornamental tree suitable for large properties and parks.

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.

Eastern White Pine Quick Facts

Korean Pine Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Bark: gray furrowed bark
Nuts: large edible seeds
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none




Other Names: northern white pine, soft pine, weymouth pine, white pine
Other Names: chinese pinenut