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Western White Pine · Pinus monticola

Description: evergreen conifer (120-180 ft) with 5 needles per fascicle. Its cones (5-12") resemble bananas. Its initial fast growth rate slows as western white pine reaches maturity. Sun, moderate-regular water, well-drained soil.