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RedCrocus Fastigiate Eastern White Pine | Columnar Conifer for Gardens & Landscapes | Hardy, Deer Resistant, Pet Safe | Full Sun, Well-Drained Soil 8/10' h B&B

RedCrocus Fastigiate Eastern White Pine | Columnar Conifer for Gardens & Landscapes | Hardy, Deer Resistant, Pet Safe | Full Sun, Well-Drained Soil 8/10' h B&B

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SKU:nte0368-redcrocus

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Fastigiate Eastern White Pine Pinus strobus 'Fastigiata'

Description

This cultivar of Eastern White Pine features a narrow, upright growth habit with dense, soft green needles. It is prized for its striking vertical form, making it ideal for creating privacy screens or striking landscape accents.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for narrow garden spaces, formal hedges, specimen trees, and backdrop planting in landscape designs.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Fastigiate Eastern White Pine Pinus strobus 'Fastigiata'
  • Common Name: Fastigiate Eastern White Pine
  • Size & Growth: 30-40 ft high, 8-10 ft wide; upright, columnar form with gradual growth
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type: Soft, bluish-green needles
  • Bloom Time: Not typically flowering, but small cones appear in late spring
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees interested in cones
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Suitable for large containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses, and shade trees

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for optimal growth.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, avoid waterlogged conditions.
  • Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic, sandy loam soils.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average to moderate humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove branches for shaping if desired.
  • Winter Care: Generally hardy; protect young plants from harsh winter winds.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery root ball.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulch around base to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
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