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People have consumed large amounts of pine needles in the form of a tea. The needles and the tea are high in vitamin C. Peterson Field Guide: Edible Wild Plants gives no indication that pine needles have any toxicity or intoxicating properties. There are reports of pine needles inducing abortions in cattle and hence should be avoided by pregnant women.
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Why are the needles are falling off your baby pine tree?
A baby pine tree may have pine needles falling off of the tree because it is too dry. It may also have pine needles dropping because of the change of the season.
Can goats eat pine needles?
Yes, goats can safely eat pine needles. Goats are known to eat all of the pine needles off a tree if they can reach them.
Will pine needles grow back after they have fallen off the tree?
No, once pine needles have fallen off the tree, they do not grow back. The tree will produce new needles in the following growing season.
Do pine needles grow back after they have fallen off the tree?
Yes, pine needles do grow back after they have fallen off the tree. The tree continuously produces new needles to replace the ones that are shed.
Do pine needles that fall off Norway spruce pine trees grow back?
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Do pine trees lose their leaves in winter?
No, pine trees do not have leaves. They have pine needles that have a waxy coat on them. People refer to them as pine leaves sometimes, but that isn't what they are.
Do pine needles kill grass?
Pine needles can create acidic conditions as they decompose, which may inhibit the growth of some grass species. However, pine needles likely won't directly kill grass unless they are laid in thick layers that block out sunlight and suffocate the grass. It's best to remove excess pine needles or use them as mulch in moderation to avoid negative impacts on grass growth.
Why dont pine needles fall off during the winter?
Pine needles have a thick, waxy coating that helps them retain water and resist drying out during winter. This allows them to stay green and attached to the tree throughout the colder months. Additionally, pine trees are adapted to conserve energy by keeping their needles, which are expensive to produce, rather than shedding them during winter.
Why don't pine needles fall off the tree?
They do but only after they have served their purpose and not all at once.
How do pine trees shed their needles and leaves throughout the year?
Pine trees shed their needles gradually throughout the year, with older needles turning yellow and falling off while new ones grow in their place. This process helps the tree conserve energy and adapt to changing seasons.
What happens to evergreen trees in winter?
Unlike, other pine trees, their needles actually don't fall off! :)
What shape is a pine leaf?
Pine needles are considered Leaves because every tree has a leaf, unless the tree is dead or it is Winter time. Also it is considered a leaf because it is also green and it comes off of the tree.
