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Eastern White Pine vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

Pinus strobus

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Kentucky Coffeetree
Eastern White Pine

The Kentucky Coffeetree has the largest leaves of any native tree in North America! In the summer, its large green canopy provides shade. While in the winter, its leathery bean pods act as a decorative element against the sky as they rattle in the wind. Beautiful year-round, this tree is an elegant addition to any landscape.

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.

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Eastern White Pine Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Bark: gray furrowed bark
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: none



Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Other Names: coffeetree
Other Names: northern white pine, soft pine, weymouth pine, white pine