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    • Photo of Pinus strobus 'National Life' foliage, form by Conifer Kingdom

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    Pinus strobus 'National Life'

    Also Known As

    • National Life Eastern White Pine

    Plant type

    shrub, conifer

    size

    • H: 10'-20'
    • W: 6'-15'

    planting zones

    • 3a-8b

    Pinus strobus 'National Life' plant details

    Pinus strobus 'National Life' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'National Life'

    Plant type: conifer shrub
    Plant family: pinaceae
    Foliage: evergreen gold
    Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'National Life'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: clay and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A globose to broad pyramid with glowing yellow foliage. The needles are a brilliant yellow in full sun, but can burn in an unprotected area. That said, the color is so vibrant that burnt needle tips are unimportant. In partial shade performs beautifully without burn.

    By: Conifer Kingdom

    Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'National Life' plant

    How to Grow Pinus strobus 'National Life'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • gold

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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