Red Pine - Pinus resinosa

Common Name: Red Pine
Botanical Name: Pinus resinosa
Category: Trees, Shrubs & Vines
Flower Color: Red, Brown
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Conditions: Well-drained, Sandy, Acidic
Exposure/Light Requirements: Full Sun
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 75-100 feet and Up
Wildlife: Mammals, Birds
Berry Color: Green/Brown
Description: This pine is endangered in Connecticut. Grows 50-80 feet tall in full sun. Prefers sandy, acidic, well-drained soil. Produces monoecious flowers in the spring followed by brown pine cones. Provides excellent cover and is an important food source for animals and birds.