"The Scotch Pine tree, Pinus Sylvestris, is a conifer that is a native of Europe and is widely used as a Christmas Tree. It is a fast growing, irregularly shaped tree. The evergreen foliage consists of short, twisted needles, which are bluish-green and often change to yellow-green in winter. When used in windbreaks, it should be placed in east or south inside rows and works best in partial shade to full sun. It is a hardy tree that grows rapidly for a pine tree."