PaPervale Trees

Specialists in Home Grown Trees 

Pinus sylvestris / Scots Pine

The only Pine native to the UK, Pinus Sylvestris also known as Scots Pine is a tall tree with a tufty crown which is recognised all over the country. This conifer is closely related to other trees such as Pinus nigra but with some noticeable differences.

Scots Pine is a much shorter tree compared to other Pines with only a mature height of around 15m but even so it is a very tough tree. During the Springtime, Scots Pine will have one growth spurt each year which will usually extend by around 75cm each year and therefore needs good room to grow and branch out. Scots Pine can be seen displaying a blue-green needle like foliage which with age will become slightly greener. One of Scots Pine’s most noticeable features is its craggy bark which looks very attractive along with he blue-green foliage. This and the fact that Scots Pine is evergreen makes it a perfect tree to stand out in any garden or woodland.

Scots Pine grows best in any free draining soil but will not thrive well if planted near the cost. Able to withstand colder climates and frost.



Tree Specs

  • Common Name: Scots Pine
  • Botanical Name: Pinus sylvestris 
  • Mature Height: 12-17m
  • Key Features: Large Tree; Perfect for parklands; Evergreen; Winter Tree; Woodland; Easy to grow; Pyramidal Shape; Blue green foliage; Hardy; Fast Growing; Native to UK;
  • Supplied:  In three litre containers of peat free compost, healthy and well established, approximately 90-120cm (3-4 feet) high, with full planting and aftercare instructions.


about us

Papervale Trees is an exciting young nursery focused on producing trees of exceptional quality whilst having a strong ethos on sustainable and ethical growing practices. 

We propagate and grow over 90% of species on the nursery from "Seed to Sale" ourselves. Any plants we purchase are sourced exclusively from British and Irish nurseries, helping to support the horticulture industry at home and helping to prevent importation of plant pathogens.

payment Policy

We accept payment via Paypal, personal cheques and postal orders. Payment is required within 48 hours of purchase. Cheques may take up to 5 workings days to clear. Paypal is the quickest, safest and our preferred method of payment.

shipping policy

Shipping is free to UK (including Northern Ireland). Trees are dispatched within 24 hours of receiving payment. We use a quick and efficient 2-3 day courier service which is fully traceable and insured.

Orders from the Republic of Ireland are very welcome, due to additional courier costs there is an additional charge of £2.50

Returns policy

If you decide you do not wish to keep your purchase please return your items within 30 days for a full refund.

Contact Us

Papervale Trees is located outside Rathfriland, Co.Down and although not open to the public, visits can be arranged on request. If you would like any further information on any of our trees or help and advice on planting projects please contact Jonathan.

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