Scotch Pine Tree Seeds (Pinus sylvestris)
Scotch Pine Tree Seeds (Pinus sylvestris)
Scotch Pine Tree Seeds (Pinus sylvestris)
Hardy classic. Blue-green needles, global roots.
Pinus sylvestris, the Scotch Pine, is a resilient, fast-growing evergreen with distinctive flaky orange bark and twisted blue-green needles. Native to Europe and Asia, it's prized worldwide for reforestation, windbreaks, and Christmas tree farms—thriving in tough soils and cold climates.
Native to Europe and northern Asia
Attractive orange-brown bark and dense conical shape
Tolerates drought, cold, wind, and poor soils
Commonly used for timber, wildlife habitat, and ornamental planting
Botanical Name: Pinus sylvestris
Stratification: Required (30–60 days cold stratification)
USDA Zones: 2–7
Soil: Well-drained sandy or rocky soils; highly adaptable
Light: Full sun
Height: 30–60 feet (can reach 100 ft in native range)
Spread: 20–40 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Plant it for rugged beauty and reliability—global heritage with evergreen impact.
FAQ
FAQ
Do you pre-stratify the seeds?
Most of our seeds are not pre-stratified. We ship them unstratified so you can control germination timing based on your local growing season. We sell to all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces, and since each region has different planting windows, pre-stratifying would risk seeds germinating in transit or before you're ready to plant.
True stratification requires cold, moist conditions, which can lead to premature sprouting or mold if not timed properly. To avoid this, we store most seeds in dry cold conditions to preserve viability — but this does not initiate stratification.
Do any of your seeds need to stay moist? (Recalcitrant seeds)
Yes — some species we offer are recalcitrant, meaning they must remain moist to stay viable and cannot be dried out. Examples include: Chestnut, Hazelnut, Paw Paw, etc.
These seeds are shipped in moist cold storage and are clearly labeled on the product page when applicable. Please refrigerate immediately upon arrival and follow included care instructions.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently ship to the United States and Canada only. Unfortunately, we cannot ship to other countries without a phytosanitary certificate, which is required by most international customs agencies.
If you're interested in shipping outside North America, please contact us. Note that a phytosanitary certificate typically adds $60–$80 USD per seed type and must be arranged in advance.
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & Packaging
Hand-packed in resealable zipper kraft paper seed bags
Stratification and planting instructions included with every order
1 free bonus seed pack included with every order
Ships within 3–5 business days via USPS
Return Policy
Return Policy
Due to the nature of our products, we do not accept returns on seeds.
However, if your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 7 days and we’ll make it right.
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