Lacebark Pine (Pinus bungeana)

Spring Grove’s champion lacebark pine was planted in a site that was specifically designated with a special meaning. The adjacent family lot belongs to the Rowe family whose namesake is the recognized conifer garden of Rowe Arboretum. This stately specimen is accented by a large carved Celtic cross. Lacebark pine is unique for its patchwork of white, olive, light purple and silver to milky white bark. Mature trees create an openness to accentuate the bark pattern making it one of the showiest tall conifers. Our champion specimen hides behind the waterfall in Section 18 but is readily visible from the road above. A 60-inch circumference is set with a 54-foot height and a 25-foot crown spread yielding 120-points.