The Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) is a majestic native conifer, known for its rugged beauty and impressive year-round presence. With a tall, upright trunk and an open canopy of blue-green needles, it adds instant stature and structure to any landscape.
A favourite for wildlife-friendly gardens, woodland-style planting, and large rural spaces, the Scots Pine is an enduring, resilient choice that matures gracefully over time.
At Tree Heritage Nursery, we offer Scots Pine standard tees in three tree sizes: 10–12 cm, 14–16 cm, and 18–20 cm.
Growing Conditions
This hardy evergreen is highly adaptable, thriving in well-drained soils including chalky, clay, sandy, loamy, or even poorer soils. It prefers full sun, tolerates exposed locations, and performs well in both acidic and neutral soil types. Once established, it’s very drought-tolerant and low-maintenance.
Where to Position It
Scots Pine is best suited to larger gardens, open landscapes, or wildlife planting schemes. It makes a dramatic specimen tree or can be planted in groups for a naturalistic effect. Its tolerance for wind and cold also makes it a strong choice for coastal or upland areas.
Foliage & Form
With its tall, straight trunk and spreading, irregular canopy, the Scots Pine has a distinctive and elegant silhouette. Its blue-green needles, borne in pairs, remain on the tree for several years, giving it a soft, textured appearance year-round. In spring, the tree produces small yellow-orange male flowers and reddish female flowers, which are followed by woody brown cones that ripen over two years. These oval cones provide food for wildlife and add ornamental interest. As the tree matures, the bark takes on a striking orange-brown flaky texture, offering visual appeal, especially in winter.
Size & Growth
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Ultimate Height: Up to 35 metres
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Ultimate Spread: 8–12 metres
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Time to Ultimate Height: 20–50 years
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