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Growing Info

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

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Southeastern United States

Native

Introduced

Pinus echinata AdvancedPinus echinata

Advanced

Advanced Shortleaf Pine

In Stock: 2.424 lb (Total:2.424lb)

Seeds are from orchards with better genetics than wild collected seed.

Pinus echinata Advanced

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2.42 lb AR

Seeds are from orchards with better genetics than wild collected seed.

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

29,185

Quantity:

2.42 lb

Collected in:

Arkansas

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837280

Characteristics

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Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey

Growing Info

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

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Southeastern United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the beauty and versatility of Pinus echinata Advanced, commonly known as Advanced Shortleaf Pine, an impressive needled evergreen that is native to the southeastern United States. Thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 6 through 9, this resilient pine grows to a majestic height of 50 to 60 feet in cultivation, with a spread of 20 to 35 feet, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a tree with both visual impact and functionality.
Ideal for native plant gardens or naturalized areas, Shortleaf Pine prefers full sun and adapts well to a range of soil types, though it thrives in sandy loams. Once established, it exhibits a remarkable tolerance for drought and dry soil conditions, and even deer resistance, while requiring minimal maintenance. Its bright green needles, appearing in bundles of two or three, provide year-round greenery, complemented by the attractive reddish-brown scaly bark as the tree matures.
While not specifically noted for ornamental use, its pyramidal crown and hard, durable wood make it a valuable timber species. This pine is widely employed in the production of construction lumber, plywood, and even turpentine. In addition to its economic contributions, its resilience after fire damage ensures that it remains a steadfast presence in its native range.
Bring the Shortleaf Pine into your landscape for its timeless elegance and robust practicality; a tree that promises both beauty and utility, growing gracefully with age and providing ample ecological benefits.