Niagara Falls Eastern White Pine

Niagara Falls Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Niagara Falls')

Niagara Falls Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Niagara Falls') is a graceful, weeping cultivar of the Eastern White Pine, named for its cascading branches that flow downward like the iconic waterfall. With soft, bluish-green needles and an elegant trailing form, this cultivar adds texture, motion, and structure to any garden setting.

Distinctive Features

'Niagara Falls' features long, pendulous branches that drape from a central leader or low framework. When staked, it can reach 6 to 12 feet tall, spreading 8 to 15 feet wide over time. The blue-green needles maintain their softness and color year-round, while the flowing form introduces a sculptural quality to the landscape.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained sandy or loamy soils
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8

Ideal Uses

• Weeping specimen in prominent garden beds
• Cascading effect over walls or slopes
• Accent near patios or walkways
• Mixed conifer gardens with contrasting forms
• Focal point in naturalistic or Asian-inspired designs

Low Maintenance Care

• Stake early to train vertical height if desired
• Water during dry spells, especially while young
• Minimal pruning required; shape only as needed
• Mulch base to protect shallow roots and preserve moisture
• Monitor for pests in humid climates

Why Choose Niagara Falls Eastern White Pine

• Elegant weeping form adds dynamic structure
• Soft blue-green needles for year-round appeal
• Ideal for creating cascading focal points
• Cold hardy and adaptable across many regions
• Provides a flowing evergreen focal point with architectural interest

Niagara Falls Eastern White Pine brings refined movement and visual softness to the garden, making it a stunning evergreen focal point for designs that value both grace and texture.