Pitch pine trees (Pinus rigida) grow along the eastern North American coast and as far south as northern Georgia. This species thrives in a humid climate and on sandy, shallow soils.

Cones remain on the tree for two years. Eastern white pine trees typically grow to between 65 and 100 feet tall, but can exceed 150 feet tall in old growth forests. This species prefers acidic, moist ...

The Eastern red cedar is a popular Christmas tree in the southern U.S., where it is a native species. This evergreen isn't a true cedar; it's a member of the juniper family.

Pine species. There are 79 different species of pine trees in the United States. At least 12 are native to North Carolina. ... Eastern white pine trees are tall with soft wood.

The oldest tree species is the Great Basin bristlecone pine, with many trees dating back around 4,000 years. The oldest tree is named Methuselah and it dates back nearly 5,000 years.

Pine trees, as with any typical conifer, keep their needles all year. Deciduous trees, such as maple, birch, or hickory, drop their leaves as the days grow colder.