dwarf eastern white pine

Water your Dwarf Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Radiata') deeply every 2 weeks during the growing season. Moisture levels should be maintained consistently during this time. During drier weather, water every 1 to 2 weeks, using 1-2 gallons of water per foot of height of the plant. In hotter weather, you may need to water more often, up to 3 times per week. Try to apply water slowly, directly to the root system of the pine to avoid runoff. Always check the soil before watering to make sure it is not already saturated. In colder weather, water every few weeks or when the ground becomes dry.

The dwarf eastern white pine (Pinus strobus 'Radiata') requires 4-6 hours of sunlight per day. During the spring and summer months, the sun should be in direct contact with the plants for the full 6 hours for optimal growth. During the fall and winter months, 4 hours of direct sunlight will provide enough energy to sustain the plant. It is important to keep the plant in an area with bright, indirect light for the remaining hours of the day in order to help promote continued growth.

Dwarf eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Radiata') should be pruned twice a year during the late spring and early fall. Pruning should focus on removing any dead, diseased, or damaged branches, as well as any branches that are crossing or growing too close to each other. Trim back the leading shoots of the current year's growth by about 1-third to encourage robust regrowth in the following year. When removing large branches, make sure to use proper pruning techniques such as pruning cuts that are just above a bud or lateral branch and cutting at an angle, sloping away from the bud. Once the necessary cuts are made, the tree should be given adequate rest periods between pruning sessions so it is able to recover.