Eastern White Pine

== Desc ==
Eastern White Pine is a common native tree in CT. They are one of the most common pine tree in CT. Their needles are the longest of any native pine tree. They are a green color, but will turn yellow or orange if falling. They often have a mat of old needles beneath them. They are a large sappy tree. If you rub against one, chances are you'll get some sap on you. On the bright side, the sap smells really nice. It has a sweet, soothing smell. I've seen holiday candles with White Pine scent. Their needles and pine cones are often used around the holidays. The bark is dark and smooth, but will develop furrows when the get older. Furrows usually stay shallow. Its pine cones are commonly seen, and pretty big. Each seed sticks outwards unlike spruce cones that stay compact. They are very fast growing. With this, the wood is regarded as pretty weak. These trees have a tendency to break under snow or in strong winds. They are very popular when it comes to Christmas trees, or just to plant around the house. They are the tallest conifer along with the Norway spruce, both capable of growing 125' or more.
== General ==
90-130 or more
Fast growing
Weak wood
Sappy, but smells good. 
Long needles. 
Large, sappy pine cones.
Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Nature