Eastern White Pine

The Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus) marks the beginning of the trail. This tree is located across from a group of Flowering Dogwoods (Corus florida).

Unfortuantely, this species will not paint the exact picture of an Eastern White Pine as it is a younger tree; however, I believe the younger trees are a charming inclusion. As healthy forests have numerous saplings and younger trees under the canopy, this Eastern White Pine is a beautiful addition to this tour! This tree does not reach its potential height of 100 feet quite yet, but it does have beautiful feathery clusters of needles that gracefully grow on its branches.

This species of pine grows in sun, part shade, and shade. It grows best in fertile, moist, well-drained soils as well.