Red Pine Forestry Plugs
Plant Type: Evergreen Plug
Zones: 2-6
Soil Type: Clay, Loamy & Sandy Soils
Site Selection: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Mature Height & Width: 60-80' Height and 30-40' Spread
Growth Rate: Moderate/Fast - 12-24" or more per year once established
Moisture Requirements: Dry to average soils
Red Pine Foresty Plugs
Pinus resinosa
Sold only by the full box of trees
Now you have access to the same trees planted by the giant timber companies and many forestry agencies! The roots of the P1 size trees are surrounded by a plug of soil 1.1" in diameter and nearly 4" deep. Our P2 size trees have a 30-40% larger biomass than their P1 counterparts. This includes plug size, root system and stem diameter. Typically, plugs experience less transplant shock and improved survival rates.
The Red Pine is a long-lived conifer and one of our top sellers. This medium to large sized conifer has long, soft, flexible needles and beautiful bark that turns red as it matures. The tree is self-pruning, ultimately leaving the bottom portion of the trunk bare. A favorite of the paper companies, due to its disease resistance and future as a pulp producer. Try this evergreen with our Hybrid Poplar or other pines and spruces for a quick windbreak.
The Red Pine is also known as the Norway Pine. This tree has a very straight trunk and self-prunes as it matures. It is commonly used in recreation areas due to its attractive red bark. Grows on tough dry, rocky, gravelly areas, like the Jack Pine, but has more shade tolerance. The Red Pine will thrive in poor soil. It can tolerate heavy soil, but well-drained soils are preferred. This tree may be planted as part of a multi-species windbreak since its roots are deep and stong.
Common uses for the Red Pine include:
- Ornamental for its attractive red bark
- Part of a multi-species windbreak
- Grown for production of cabin logs and railroad ties
- Widely planted around reservoirs for water quality protection
- Reforestation and naturalizing former farm fields
The Red Pine is frequently used as a nesting site by red squirrels, crows, ravens, owls and hawks. The cones produce large seeds which are eaten by chickadees, finches, crossbills and mammals. In the northwoods, it is common to see a hawk, owl, eagle or osprey perched atop this tall tree, keenly searching for its next meal.
