Radiata pine 'The remarkable pine'

Radiata pine (Pinus radiata) was originally named Pinus insignis or ‘remarkable pine’ - an apt name for a tree which has had such a dramatic impact on the world timber scene.

It is a tree which is suited to a considerable range of growing conditions, is easily raised and planted, and provides larger yields of usable timber in a shorter time than many native species.

This Primefact looks at the background and history of the tree.