Weymouth Pine
Pinus strobus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Pinus strobus (Eastern White Pine) is a fast-growing evergreen native to eastern North America from Maine to Georgia. This adaptable conifer blooms in May and supports bees and moths while tolerating various growing conditions.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Weymouth Pine as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
300"–600" H × 240"–480" W
Bloom
May
Native to
AL, CT, DE, GA and 22 more states
Pollinators
bees, moths
Eastern white pine is a fast-growing evergreen tree that develops into a large specimen with soft, blue-green needles arranged in clusters of five. This majestic conifer provides year-round structure and screening, though it requires ample space to reach its full potential.
Growing Weymouth Pine
Grow Weymouth Pine in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 300 to 600 inches tall and spread 240 to 480 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Weymouth Pine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Grows too large for most residential lots
Wildlife value
Host plant for white pine sphinx moth, pine butterfly.
Supports various pollinators during its spring blooming period, including bees and moths. The large mature tree provides nesting sites for birds and its seeds feed wildlife.
Common questions
- Where is Pinus strobus native?
- Eastern White Pine is native to 29 states across eastern North America, from Maine south to Georgia and west to Minnesota and Iowa.
- When does Pinus strobus bloom?
- Eastern White Pine produces pollen cones in May, releasing yellow pollen that fertilizes the small red female cones.
- What pollinators visit Pinus strobus?
- While wind-pollinated, Eastern White Pine supports bees that collect pollen and various moth species that use the tree as habitat.
- How much sun does Pinus strobus need?
- Eastern White Pine grows best in full sun but tolerates partial sun conditions, especially when young.
- Is Weymouth Pine toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Weymouth Pine as toxic to livestock.
- Is Weymouth Pine HOA-friendly?
- Weymouth Pine takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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