Eastern White Pines

• Eastern White Pine is the state tree of both Michigan and Maine and is widely planted throughout much of North America. It is thought of as a beautiful landscape tree and is 50 to 80 to feet tall and 25 to 35 feet wide. The growth rate of Eastern white Pines is relatively fast compared to many trees and it prefers moist, well-drained looms.
  
  

Austrian Pine

• Also called the Black Pine, this variety has a height of 40 to 60 feet and a spread of 25 to 35 feet. It is prized for its dense, dark green foliage. Austrian Pines are capable of growing on many different soil varieties and grow better with lots of sun.
  
  

Lace Bark Pine

• The bark of this pine is greenish-gray with red, white or brown patches. It grows to a height of up to 40 feet and width of up to 30 feet. The Lace Bark Pine has a slow growth rate and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
  
  

Commercial Importance

• Pine trees are one of the most commercially important tree species. The valuable parts of the tree are its timber and wood pulp. The timber obtained from pine trees is more durable than spruce. Pinewood is commonly used in the preparation of high-value furniture, paneling, windows frames, and many other types of home furnishings. The resin obtained from some pine species is an important turpentine source.
  
  

Indoor Use

• As pines do not possess any insect or decay resisting abilities after logging, they are usually recommended for indoor construction only. Left outdoors, the pinewood cannot survive for more than 12 to 18 months depending on the climate. Pinewood also has many different names to describe it, such as North American timber and whitewood.