Cypress and arborvitae tend to develop flat, scaled needles and have rather flexible branches. I’ve been struggling to identify this pine with clusters of 5 needles. This upbringing keeps him permanently affixed to the outdoors where most of his personal time is invested in gardening, bird watching, and hiking. Certainly looks to be a fir tree. white pine or does it have another name? Identify similar characteristics, such as the rounded shape and layered scales. As with all species of conifers, spruces have needle-like leaves. “The individual leaves … of the hemlock … are flat and are marked by two white lines on the under side.” It could potentially be… Read more », Hi Matt, I would just like to thank you for a very useful guide. Pine cones can sometimes be identifiable by the unique points on certain species’ scales. Most spruce trees have rough bark that is loose, furrowed and scaly. Look at the texture and color of the scales. Sun or shade? As a general identification rule, the bark on fir trees is generally more deeply furrowed than other types of conifers. Who’s in the pine family (Pinaceae)? Spruce forest (right). Fir cones are cylindrical, grow upwards and colorful.

When conifers such as pine and spruce drop their leaves, this creates a layer of needles called duff. You’ve got a pine there, I’m thinking a scotch pine or something similar. We’re working on an update to include some of the conifers that don’t fit neatly into this guide, examples like the single-leaf pinyon and cunninghamia. There we have it! From Australia: Just moved into a 4-year-old house, great neighbourhood, a lot of magnolias (it’s called Magnolia Estate). I have read an article on making spruce tea. Here is more about what we do. I am interested to know the species of this very large tree with dusty cones in my garden. Needs to be moved so it doesn’t damage fence. Let me know where you’re located geographically (“southeast PA” or “central Oregon” are good enough!). Spruce and pine cones all hang off branches. Firs are the only type of conifers where the cones grow upward rather than droop. Whitebark Pine (Pinus albicaulis) I’d love to identify them but I don’t see a photograph attached here. Pinus monophylla (single-leaf pinyon) is a single-leaf pine. I thought I added 2 photos. Spruce cones hang down similar to how pine cones grow. Carefully digging it up from the ground, he placed it in the bed of the truck. Spruce needles grow singularly on the branch (unlike pine needles) and are round (unlike fir needles). Tree has thin, peeling bark. Single stalk. Two recommended general conifer identification guidebooks are Trees: An Illustrated Identifier And Encyclopedia by Tony Russell and Catherine Cutler, and the Timber Press Pocket Guide to Conifers by Richard L. Bitner. Can I ask what the geographic location of the tree is?

Hold the cone in the palm of your hand. Another unique feature of juniper cones is that they are soft and fleshy with a look and feel of small blue berries. That could be very general, like “Southeast Pennsylvania” or “Northwest Colorado”.

Sorry we don’t have a ready-to-print version, Christie! They opened and seeds popped out and we tossed them in a large 18″ wide circular pot with who knows what kind of soil. But, you could have confused it with a spruce or fir cone because they are similar in appearance. The resulting product is turpentine, something like an essential oil from pine trees. Any idea of this plant in northern Virginia? The identification key is branch density. Are the attached photos good enough for you to tell me what I have growing in my front yard? I’m no longer with the tree that I’m hoping to identify but have a few pictures. You will also notice that fir tree needles are distinctive in that they are flat and have an almost squashed appearance. The secret to becoming the equivalent of a human dichotomous key for conifer identification isn’t much of a secret. Unlike the fir, the yew needle is usually sharply pointed, with no white lines beneath it.   I have photos but can’t attach them.

Here's a guide to help you identify some common ones. The easiest way to figure that out is to observe the needles; only pine tree needles grow in clusters.

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Even some pine cones that are long and conical differ from fir trees in the way they grow on the tree. If you can identify these, then you are one step closer to confirming the cone as pine. The best way to identify pine trees (genus Pinus) is by looking at their needle-like leaves. However, all New World trees we commonly call “cedar” are of the family Cupressaceae, often referred to as cypress. The trees need good air circulation, and if they don’t get it they’ll often turn brown and shed needles. As the tree matures, the bark becomes thick and scaly with furrows or ridges running vertically. When the needles are removed they do not leave behind a woody projection. If you can also count the number of needles per cluster it helps to narrow this down! Can you identify it for me? Santa Maria, California, Hello Kathy, that might be a cedar, could also be a juniper; luckily both are ideal candidates for bonsai. Bark on young trees is usually smooth and gray, becoming furrowed with age. Here’s another piece to the puzzle: examining the bark and overall appearance of a healthy tree is an excellent addition to our identification key. I guess on the field… and he said to me, “That’s not a pine tree. Wondering about this pine branch found on the road. Do you still think it’s deodar? Thujas are related to cypress and cedar trees and grow in a conical shape with soft feathery scale leaves. Spruce branches are rough compared to pines and firs.

I have looked at other articles on this, but this read is the closest to helping me I have found. Needles tend to be fern-like and have a strong scent when rolled between your fingers. Cherry laurels are a… Read more », Hi Matt It’s always a gamble if those little trees from supermarkets and the like will survive. It’s very labor intensive and requires diligent attention to safety! Pine tree cones usually grow downwards (left) whereas those of fir (right) grow upwards. In this article you can expect to see some pictures paired with descriptions and an organized approach examining the nuggets of information. Thanks for reading and for this suggestion. Although less definitive for identifying these three conifers, examining the cones and branches of a tree offers more helpful hints. This is in BC, Canada. The best way to identify spruce trees (genus Picea) is by their needle shape and the way they grow on the branch. Where are you located? This seedling appeared about 6 – 8 months and is now (May) around 20 inches tall. Hi I am trying to identify the tree in our garden, can anyone help me please? Have been described as “jagged lollipops.”. Thank you so much! However, spruce cones have narrow scales which can be flexed. If you take a long spruce cone in your hand, you will find that you can bend it, which is impossible to do with stiff pine cones. A lot of material was covered. I’ve watered it and kept it in my kitchen window, but I think it needs to be transplanted outside. If you compare the number of branches between the 3 types of conifers, you will also see that pines have fewer branches. The soft approach is almost always my preferred one! Fir tree branches have a more downturned shape when compared to spruce or pine branches. Always grow in clusters of 2 (red pines), 3 (yellow pines), or 5 (white pines). The easiest way to tell a fir apart from a spruce is to feel the needles. Might you have any information that would validate this at all?… Read more », Hi Michael! If you see images of cones growing on conifers, firs trees are the ones where cones grow erect, not hang down. Again, needle types are the key to identification. Plan the perfect garden with our interactive tool →. You could always use mycoremediation and let the fungus devour it for you. Cones can be purple, green, or blue, before changing to a golden brown.

Pine cones are all around us in holiday celebrations. Hey there Jeff. Junipers are also related to cedars, although they are not a true type of cedar. Just to give you some idea of the trees planted here, some of the easier ones are Monkey Puzzle, Cedar of Lebanon, and Noble Fir. To tell the difference between spruces and firs, you need to feel the needles. From that point on, I became enthralled with identifying trees and plants – especially with noting the differences between pine, spruce, and fir trees. Dig around the base of the stump as much as you can to… Read more ». Certainly looks like a fir to me, maybe a balsam? Those cones look more like a Jeffrey pine than a Ponderosa! But as I have said, there are many, so this may take some time. I feel less stupid now. The best way to decide if it’s a juniper is to grab a handful of foliage.
It’s a convention we see all over the place; tulip poplars aren’t poplar trees and Douglas fir are not true firs. No other similar trees within view. Looking and fir cones and pine cones side by side, you can spot the fir cones because they are generally cylindrical. Looks like the Tahoe area has plenty of Jeffrey pine and ponderosa pine, but until they’re larger it’ll be more difficult to put a positive finger on it. I’ll update with another message ASAP! Depending on the type of tree it was and the room you have to work, you have a few options. Looks like the Tahoe area has plenty of Jeffrey pine and ponderosa pine, but until they’re larger it’ll be more difficult to put a positive finger on it.

); I noticed however it has thorns in the lower half of its “trunk.” I sincerely appreciate your rapid reply to my query so I can transplant it right away if it’s worth saving …..

It’s about 8” high. Soft needles. Can you upload photos, Stephen? Chances are if you got it from a store, it’s a Norfolk pine; the needles are short and dense but not terribly sharp or pointy. Where did the parade take place? The patchy bark on most species of spruce is generally gray; however, some species have reddish-brown, gray-brown, or dark green-brown colors. I’m on your side there David, if a little bit of patience and a whole lot of mycellium can do the work for me, I’m going to let them. The seed cones are usually woody and brown and can be useful in the identification of conifer species. It is my hope that if the seedlings are the right kind, I can take them up to Paradise, CA to help replace the lost trees from the fire. Thank you. Types of cedars are also known for their hard, fissured bark, barrel-shaped cones, and aromatic soft foliage that grows on short stems. Compare an image of the object with a picture of a pine cone using a tree guide. Thank you. , You’re welcome, Susan, I’m glad you found something to learn from the read . Use a sharp shovel or spade and dig a hole about eight inches in diameter and lift the ball out, then plop it in a pot.

You’re correct in guessing it’s a fir because of the cones, but like everything else in life exceptions abound. Look at the end of each scale and see if the middle of each scale comes to a point.

I got a post-Christmas “rescue” evergreen, something with short, dense needles (and a red bow) from a supermarket. Fallen needles will raise the pH of the soil around the tree. Editors note: please no longer email or use the FB page for identification requests. It’s been there about 2 years. If there are just single needles growing from the shoot or twig, this is probably a spruce or fir tree. My daughter was at a parade recently and one of the participants was handing out tree saplings instead of candy! You broke the varieties down so well. Any… Read more ». The easiest way to tell a pine tree apart from a spruce or fir tree is by looking at the needles. Mature cones have soft brown scales. Hey there, very helpful except I am dealing with seedlings.

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