Red Pine

Pinus resinosa image of Red Pine tree cones and needles

Red pine, also called Norway pine, is native to the Lake States, New England and Canada where it is used for lumber, pulpwood and as an ornamental. In Missouri, it is useful for plantations, windbreaks and landscaping. Special notes: recommended for planting north of the Missouri River only.

Identifying Characteristics

Height
80 ft
Spread
60 ft
Leaves
needles, 4" - 6" long, in bundles of two; slender, dark green
Fruit
cone, 1 l/2" - 2" long; without prickles on the cone scales
Bark
reddish-brown or gray; with broad, flat scaly plates
Associated species
white oak, black oak, eastern white pine, jack pine
Ideal site conditions
average soil,partial sun
Value to man
windbreakswood productserosion
Value to wildlife
cover
Growth Rate
medium
Range
range