Lodgepole Pine vs Red Pine - TreeTime.ca

Lodgepole Pine vs Red Pine

Pinus contorta var. latifolia

Pinus resinosa

Lodgepole Pine
Red Pine

Lodgepole pine is well suited to western Canada's climate and growing conditions. This native pine noted for its rapid growth among evergreen. And as one of Canada's hardiest conifers, it can tolerate cold, shade, drought, and poor soil conditions.

Red Pine is a large evergreen with an open, rounded crown and red bark when mature. This long-lived tree thrives in well-drained soils. Red Pine makes an attractive landscaping tree for larger properties.