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    • Photo of Pinus strobus 'Louie' form by Karl Gercens III

    Photo by Karl Gercens III

    Used with permission, all rights reserved

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    Buy Pinus strobus 'Louie'

    Also Known As

    • Louie Eastern White Pine
    • Louie Golden White Pine
    • Louie White Pine

    Plant type

    tree, conifer

    size

    • H: 10'-15'
    • W: 10'-15'

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

    10-12 feet | $476

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    Pinus strobus 'Louie' plant details

    Pinus strobus 'Louie' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree with blue, gold and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'Louie'

    Plant type: conifer tree
    Plant family: pinaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue, gold and green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Uses: pyramidal, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Louie'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A dramatic accent! The long thin needles of this dense pyramidal 25' tree stay vibrantly gold year round. Needs sun for best color and one of this trees best attributes is that the core stays shaded and the needles are green while the outer needles get sun and turn vivid-yellow, really popping against its back drop. This specimen takes shearing well and it is a great choice to plant alongside darker trees; not tolerant of pollution or standing water. S/M/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Gold decorates this outstanding pine all year. In the cold of winter, the brilliant golden hue is brightest at the needle tips. In summer, needles change to a wonderful soft golden-green unlike other pines. Globose when young, the medium-sized tree develo

    By: Conifer Kingdom

    Long, thin bright yellow needles that hold their color year-round. Responds well to shearing for a more compact habit. Discovered in Hyde Park, Vermont by Greg Williams.

    By: Bloom River Gardens

    Lovely evergreen conifer with golden foilage color that persists throughout the year. Once established, the needles won't burn in full sun. Will be a dense, pyramidal tree with maturity. Growth Rate fast

    By: Garden World

    Pinus strobus 'Louie' - A Golden form of White Pine. One of the best golden pines we have seen! Bright gold tips fading to soft gold give this an amazing winter punch. In summer, needles change to a wonderful soft golden-green unlike other pines. Globe shaped when young, eventually develops a beautiful conical form.

    By: Kigi Nursery

    A fast growing golden form that holds its color all season long, although it stands out better in winter and does not burn in full sun once it is established. Introduced by Greg Williams, he considers it the best of the year round yellows, (at least so far, he has some new stuff in trials).

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Medium green by summer and a soft wispy golden yellow in winter 'Louie' is sought after for winter interest. Good drainage is a must.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'Louie' plant

    How to Grow Pinus strobus 'Louie'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • gold
      • green
      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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