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Pinus lambertiana, Sugar Pine Tree Cone, Sheffield's Seed Co., Inc.

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Pinus lambertianaPinus lambertiana

Sugar Pine

In Stock: 11.955 lb (Total:11.955lb)

Pinus lambertiana

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11.96 lb CA

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,683

Quantity:

11.96 lb

Collected in:

California

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835027

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Discover the majestic Pinus lambertiana, famously known as Sugar Pine, the tallest and most grand of all pines. Aptly nicknamed the "King of Pines," this evergreen conifer can reach staggering heights of 150 to over 200 feet. Boasting a straight trunk largely free of branches and a wide, open crown with nearly horizontal branches, it is a sight to behold. The tree's dark blue-green needles, arranged in bundles of five, are up to 4 inches long and remain on the tree for 2 to 3 years. Among its standout features are its enormous, cylindrical cones, which can grow over 22 inches long.

Native to the north-central Cascade Mountains and the Sierra Nevada, Sugar Pine thrives in elevations of 2,000 to 9,000 feet. It was first discovered by Scottish botanist David Douglas in the 19th century. Named in honor of English botanist Aylmer Bourke Lambert, the tree has a rich historical and ecological significance. The sweet resin exuding from its heartwood—referred to as pinitol—was utilized by Native Americans as a food source and for its medicinal properties. This princely pine performs best in full sun and well-drained soils and requires no pruning, making it a striking yet low-maintenance addition to suitable landscapes.