Red pine can be 150 feet tall and will spread 20 to 40 feet. The tree prefers a sunny location and a well drained, acid soil.
Red pine grows rapidly when young but slows down with age .
The bark is reddish and the needles are soft and flexible. Red pine is often grown for timber and is used in windbreaks. Visuals associated with this text. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.