French Dark Green Scots Pine Tree
Pinus sylvestris 'French Dark Green'
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Evergreen, Deer-resistant, Salt Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, and Hedge/Screen
Specifications
Specifications
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 3-8
Classic, regal, and festive are all words used to describe this popular evergreen tree. No matter who you are and what you think about pine trees, one look at the French Dark Green Scotch Pine (Pinus sylvestris 'French Dark Green') is enough to make you say "Oh la la!".
Of course, we would be remiss if we didn't point out that this Scotch Pine is one of the most popular Christmas Tree varieties out there! With its appealing symmetrical pyramid shape and pleasing lush dark green, almost bluish color, it's easy to see why! The needles of this Pine grow in clusters of two, making for a very full-looking tree.
As if this Pine tree wasn't good enough, you'll also be charmed when its branches peel and expose beautiful cinnamon-colored bark beneath. The effect makes for a very show tree!
During the warmer months, when the world is lusher and full of life, this pine tree will cover itself in lovely, classic, pine cones that birds adore plucking seeds from. They'll start a light green color and, as the season goes on, turn a coppery brown. Cold-hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 8, French Dark Green grows 40-50 feet in height and has a full wide base 20-35 feet wide.
Planting and Application:
Imagine, white blankets of snow softening the earth. Carollers sweetly singing down the street. Hot chocolate on the stove and your lovely French Dark Green Scotch Pine decked out in Christmas lights, garland, and ornaments in your front yard. If that isn't enough to make you want to snuggle up in front of the fireplace then nothing is!
Also known as Scots Pine and Scotch Pine, this tree would make for a beautiful background specimen in your yard that will add depth and texture. Or plant a whole row as this fast-growing tree, with its abundance of branches and needles, makes for an effective windbreak or privacy screen year-round!
- Lush Blue-Green Color
- Pyramidal Form & Fluffy Long Needles
- Classic Christmas Tree Look
- Exfoliating Cinnamon Bark
- Specimens, Windbreaks, Groupings & En Masse
#ProPlantTips for Care:
When thinking about where to plant this Scotch Pine tree, you'll be happy to know that it's tolerant of most soil types as long as it's well-draining. It's also a sun lover, so plant somewhere it can bask in the sunshine all day long! Not needing much water once established, provide your young tree with regular water through its first year.
Give these Pine plenty of space to reach the mature spread and look best with their lower limbs sweeping the ground. Mulch over the root zone, then pull it back away from touching the main trunk. You can candle prune your Pine in the early spring to create denser growth. All plants appreciate Nature Hills Root Booster and a 3-4 inch layer of arborist bark chips to support their growth.
- Full Sun Trees
- Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
- Adapts to Many Soil Types
- Candle Prune In Early Spring
- Fast-Growing Evergreens!
From summer sunshine to winter wonderland, this pine tree brings its own festivities to any yard it graces. Don't wait around for another season to pass by, order a French Dark Green Scotch Pine tree today!
