Fast, growing 50' 75' in 25 to 40 years. Young trees form symmetrical pyramids, and mature trees develop a distinctively attractive plume-like crown. Experience suggests that white pines are very demanding in terms of their cultural requirements. The primary necessity is excellent drainage. Because of the heavy clay soils typical in parts of Ohio, these trees often die from standing in waterlogged ground.
Light shade is tolerated.
Pinus sylvestris Scotch Pine 30' 60' in height, 30' 40' wide. Dwarf forms are available. Medium when young, slow when older. Young Scotch pines grow as irregular pyramids. Upper portions of trunks have handsome, orangish, flaky bark.