Softwood Tree Identification

and Silvics

To practice silviculture in Nova Scotia it is

essential to recognize common trees. Once a tree is identified you can understand

its rooting habit, windfirmness, associated species, favored growing sites and shade tolerance.

With this information you can make an informed decision about the trees on your woodlot.

The section includes a rough guide to help with

identification. An average tree does not exist. Trees we will be looking at or for are:

Silvics of Balsam Fir Silvics of Black Spruce Silvics of Eastern Hemlock Silvics of Jack Pine Silvics of Red Pine Silvics of Red Spruce Silvics of Tamarack Silvics of White Pine Silvics of White Spruce

Silvics and Field Identification Characteristics of Softwood Trees in Nova Scotia

Balsam Fir

Black Spruce

Eastern Hemlock

Jack Pine

Red Pine

Tamarack

Red Spruce

White Pine

White Spruce