Wildlife Value
Pines are nearly as important as oaks. All parts of the tree are used or eaten. Pine seeds are especially important for food. Bark harbors insects that woodpeckers, sapsuckers, and nuthatches eat. Introduced from Europe.
| Growth form | pyramidal to ovoid |
| Crown density | open |
| Size | 40 to 65' high 20 to 40' spread |
| Drought resistance |
very good |
| Cold hardiness | very good |
| Growth rate | rapid |
| Life span | long |
| Elevation range |
to 7,000 feet |
| Soil conditions |
alkaline tolerance; does well on most soils |
| Possible insect problems |
tip moths, ips beetles |
| Possible disease problems |
fairly resistant |
| Wildlife value | high: food value for upland game and song birds |
| Seasonal color | evergreen |
| Miscellany | makes an excellent Christmas tree |