Species: Pinus resinosa

(pye'nus rez-in-oh'sah)

Red Pine

Found on Course Walks

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

None Listed

Cultivars

'Aurea', 'Don Smith', 'Fastigiata', 'Morel', 'Quinobequin', 'Sandcastle'

Ornamental Characteristics

Size: Tree > 30 feet

Height: 50' - 80' (spread varies)

Leaves: Evergreen

Shape: pyramidal; oval in maturity

Environmental Characteristics

Light: Full sun

Hardy To Zone: 3a

Soil Ph: Can tolerate acid to neutral soil (pH 5.0 to 7.4)

Environmental Other: Full sun required. Grows best with excellent drainage.

Moisture Tolerance: Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil; Prolonged periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

Generally insect problems are not chronic; possible problems may include dieback, rusts, blights, canker, aphids and more

Bare Root Transplanting

Difficult

Other

Native to eastern US and Canada. Transplant B & B in spring or fall

Native Range Map

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil

Consistently moist, well-drained soil

Occasional periods of dry soil

Prolonged periods of dry soil

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