Pine
Often used as a generic name for conifers, pine trees actually belong to their own genus, Pinus. Sometimes growing to incredible heights, pines are popular landscape trees. We have all the info you need to grow them, including pine problems, care, and varieties suited to your neck of the woods.
Pine
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What Is White Pine Blister Rust: Does Pruning White Pine Blister Rust Help
Sadly, white pine blister rust is a widespread and serious disease of pines everywhere, but by knowing the early warning signs you may be able to protect your tree for years to come. Read here to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is A Sugar Pine Tree – Sugar Pine Tree Information
What is a sugar pine tree? Everyone knows about sugar maples, but sugar pine trees are less familiar. Yet, facts about sugar pine trees make clear their status as important and noble trees. Find more sugar pine tree information here.
By Teo Spengler
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Pinyon Pine Tree Care: Facts About Pinyon Pines
Many gardeners are unfamiliar with pinyon pines (and may ask "what does a pinyon pine look like?" Yet this little, water-thrifty pine may yet have its day in the sun as the entire country moves toward reducing water usage. Click here for more info.
By Teo Spengler
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Ponderosa Pine Facts: Tips For Planting Ponderosa Pine Trees
If you are looking for a pine that hits the ground running, you may want to read up on ponderosa pine facts. Hardy and drought resistant, ponderosa pine grows rapidly, and its roots dig deep into most types of soil. Click here for more info.
By Teo Spengler
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Planting A Pine Tree: Caring For Pine Trees In The Landscape
One of the most ecologically important groups of plants is the conifers, or plants that have cones, and one conifer that is familiar to everyone is the pine tree. Growing and caring for pine trees is easy, as you will learn in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Chir Pine Information – Learn About Chir Pine In Landscapes
There are many types of pine trees. Some make suitable additions to the landscape and others not so much. While the chir pine can attain large heights, in the proper location, this tree can make a great specimen or hedgerow planting. Learn more about it here.
By Becca Badgett
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Common Pine Tree Varieties: Learn About Different Types Of Pine Tree
All pine tree species are conifers, but you may be surprised by how many pine tree varieties exist. Click on the following article for information about types of pine trees and tips for identifying pine trees in the landscape.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Grow A Pine Tree From Seed
Growing pine and fir trees from seed can be a challenge to say the least. However, with some patience and determination, it is possible to find success. Take a look at how to grow a pine tree from seed here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Lower Branches Of Pine Tree Dying: Why Is Pine Tree Drying From Bottom Up
If you see dead needles on pine trees, take the time to figure out the cause. You are probably not looking at a normal needle shed. Click here for information about what it means when you have a pine tree with dead lower branches.
By Teo Spengler
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Pine Tip Blight Control: Identify And Control Diplodia Tip Blight
Diplodia tip blight is a disease of pine trees and no species is immune, although some are more susceptible than others. Read this article to learn more about this devastating disease of pine trees.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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White Pine Tree Information – Learn How To Plant A White Pine Tree
Gardeners living in USDA zones 5 through 7 are planting white pines as ornamental trees. The young trees grow rapidly in an appropriate site. Read this article to learn how to plant a white pine tree in your landscape. Click here for more info.
By Teo Spengler
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Italian Stone Pine Information – How To Care For Italian Stone Pines
Gardeners around the world are growing Italian stone pine trees. Once the tree is established, care for Italian stone pine is minimal. Italian stone pine tree growing requires little water or fertilizer. Read this article for more Italian stone pine information.
By Teo Spengler
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Mugo Pine Varieties – Information About Mugo Pine Trees
Mugo pines are a great alternative to junipers for gardeners who want something different. Find out about caring for mugo pines in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Ponderosa Pine Plant Guide: Learn About Ponderosa Pines And Their Care
The Ponderosa pine is a monster tree easily recognizable in the natural vista. But what about caring for Ponderosa pine trees? Learn more about Ponderosa pines in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Prune Weeping Conifers - Tips For Training A Weeping Pine
Pruning weeping pine trees is not that different from other evergreen pruning, with certain important exceptions. Click for tips on how to prune weeping conifers.
By Teo Spengler
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Pine Tree Dying Inside Out: Needles Browning In Center Of Pine Trees
Brown branches on your pines? The information found in this article will help should you find your pine tree browning in the middle.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Pine Tree Pruning: How And When To Prune Pine Trees
We treasure pine trees because they remain green throughout the year, breaking the winter monotony. They seldom need pruning except to correct damage and control growth. Find out when and how to prune a pine tree in this article.
By Jackie Carroll