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Scotch Pine

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Pinus sylvestris

The Scotch Pine is also known as the Scots Pine. A native species to Europe and Asia but it is most known in Michigan as a staple in Christmas tree industry. It has a short, blue-green needles with an orange-red bark. It was a popular tree in Michigan’s Christmas tree industry and is a popular choice for traditionalists.

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Growth Rate	Slow first few years, then medium
Mature Size	80 ft tall, 20-30 ft. spread
Soil	Sand, loam, well-drained relatively low in nutrients
Light	Full sun
Leaves	4-6 in. long needles, bundles of two
Cones	Egg-shaped, 2- 2 1/4 in. long with smooth scales
Deer Browse Risk	Low
Benefits	Seeds provide feed for songbirds and small animals. Extremely resistant to insects and diseases. Used for telephone poles, windbreaks, and Christmas trees.