Pine Trees Cost

Last Updated on September 13, 2023
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

The pine is a tree native to the mountainous regions of Europe and northern and western Asia and can reach a height of 200 feet or more.

Cones, resin, and needles are used for medicinal purposes. Pine buds are harvested in the spring. The essential oil is extracted from them or they can be dried. Needles are the source of essential oils used in disinfectants. The resin, which is harvested from the notches made in the trunk, is distilled and provides turpentine oil for ointments and liniments.

Pine is one of the most useful trees on our planet while providing us with food, shelter, medicine, and fuel.

There are several species in the pine family (Pinus), and they can be found anywhere in the world.

How much does a pine tree cost?

A pine tree will cost anywhere from $5 for a sapling to as much as $310 for one higher than five feet. The price of the tree depends on its size, quality, variety, and location where it is purchased. Below, you can see a table of the popular types and costs. This information is gathered by going to nurseries or looking at their websites to find prices for each type.

To buy a pine tree seedling, you’d have to pay around $3 for one seed, depending on the type of tree.

At TrimPines.com, for example, shoppers can purchase eastern white pines and other species of pine trees that are 15 feet tall or shorter. The cost starts at $450 per tree, but prices increase as height increases. The location where they will be delivered will also influence the price.

Pine tree details

This tree loves light and prefers the free and sandy soils of the sea coasts. In fact, it is very common to find pine forests near beaches and among dunes, where pine mixes with other plants typical of the Mediterranean scrub.

The available varieties of pine trees are all unique in their own ways. For example, take the dwarf mountain pine. This shrub-like tree can only grow up to 10 feet high and has a bushy form that is as wide as it is tall. The scots pine, on the other hand, is an incredibly hardy type growing between 30 – 60 feet when mature with a spreading canopy that opens itself to various birds.

The tallest known variety of wild pine trees is the ponderosa, which can grow as tall as 250 feet. These massive evergreens typically grow eight to 12 inches per year.

What are the extra costs?

In poor soil, starter fertilizer is extremely recommended for smaller trees. The fertilizer will encourage growth if it’s going to be cultivated in extremely hard clay or something similar. A good example would be sphagnum moss as a source of organic matter that comes in the form of a pinch under $7-$12 depending on where you buy from and how much you need to use at once. In most cases, however, the pine trees won’t require any sort of fertilization given their minimal needs outside.

If you have a younger pine tree, it’s best to add mulch at the base of its roots. A good bag can cost $5-$8 from your local retailer.

You might also like our articles about the cost of Oak trees, Christmas trees, or palm trees.

Professional tree planting can cost a lot, but if you know what to look for when shopping around, then it will not be too expensive. The average price of most trees is less than $80 and that’s usually the smaller ones – larger varieties are more costly. Looking for offers through online websites is a great way to get estimates from multiple local contractors without paying anything upfront.

The fee for local delivery can vary but is typically between $60 and $130. Though, this may be waived if a minimum amount of money is spent on purchases at the nursery.

Good to know

It prefers the sun, so it should be placed in an area well exposed to direct rays. It is not afraid of low temperatures but is not suitable for alpine regions characterized by heavy snow in the winter season.

It needs well-drained soils that contain a high percentage of sand or rock. It also adapts to extreme conditions, but excessive moisture can irreversibly damage the entire root system.

Mature trees can withstand long periods of drought. Generally, periodic rain is enough. Freshly planted trees, on the other hand, are very fragile and need to be watered periodically.

This conifer is quite resistant to adversity and attacks of other microorganisms, although it is sensitive to the action of fungi, bacteria, and insects, which can lead to plant death. In addition, it can be affected by climate, drought, pollution, and excessive salinity.

Pine has multiple commercial uses: from the production of wood to turpentine obtained from resin and the essential oil used in cosmetics and phytotherapy.

Many types of pine needles can be used to make a tea that is very rich in vitamin C. Simply add a handful of needles for 5-10 minutes in boiling water. The more you boil them, the fewer vitamins they will have left, so it is important not to keep them for too long.

Careful! It is important to note that some pine needles are poisonous – make sure you avoid eating Norfolk Island pine needles (Araucaria heterophylla), yew (Taxus), and Pinus Ponderosa.

Pine resin is an antiseptic and a natural disinfectant. It also has antimicrobial and antifungal properties. It can be applied directly to wounds and can greatly contribute to their disinfection and rapid healing. Pine resin can also be used to prevent bleeding by applying it directly over the wounds.

Pine resin is an excellent choice that can help you light a fire much faster, especially in a humid climate.

Pine resin can be used as a waterproofing agent and works effectively when applied to seams, tents, boots, and gloves.