Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 50 - 80 Feet
- Mature Spread 50 - 80 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
Holiday Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus) stands out with its soft, silver-green needles and naturally graceful shape. It holds needles reliably indoors, making it a popular choice for a live Christmas tree. Once mature in the landscape, it can reach heights of 50 to 80 feet, yet it adapts well to pots while it’s young. Renowned for its fast growth and hardy nature, this pine brings a gentle, feathery look not found in many other evergreens.
A live tree offers numerous advantages over a plastic decoration. You can reduce environmental waste and still enjoy the refreshing scent of fresh foliage throughout winter. When the holidays end, simply transition your Eastern White Pine to the outdoors in spring for a lasting, living reminder of the season. Its softer fragrance also tends to be more pleasant for those sensitive to stronger-smelling trees.
Holiday Eastern White Pine Care
Place your potted pine in a cool, bright area away from heating vents or fireplaces. Water only when the top inch of soil feels slightly dry, ensuring the pot isn’t sitting in excess moisture. Continue these moderate watering practices from January through to your local frost-free date, and provide at least a few hours of indirect light daily.
After the threat of frost has passed, move your pine outdoors for short periods each day to help it adjust to natural conditions. Select a sunny or partly shaded spot with well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Dig a hole at least twice as wide as the root ball, position the tree carefully, and backfill with loosened soil. Finally, water thoroughly and mulch around the base to conserve moisture and give your Eastern White Pine a strong start in its new home.
Holiday Eastern White Pine Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Trees |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 50 - 80 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 20 - 40 Feet |
| Spacing: 20 - 40 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Birds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Eastern White Pine |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: PINUS STROBUS |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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