Evergreen winter needles

Scots Pine

Pinus sylvestris

In the bare season its evergreen needles make the shape of the woodland easier to read.

Pressed botanical specimen of Scots Pine

Season Window

01 Dec – 28 Feb

Woodland, upland plantations and planted parks

Harvest

How we meet this plant

Observe or collect only fallen twigs; never strip branches or damage living trees.

Preparation

At the kitchen table

Needles have historical aromatic uses, but this profile does not recommend concentrated oils or home medicinal preparations.

Community Use

Why we teach it

A winter tree for comparing needles, cones and evergreen habitat.

Safety

Never swallow pine essential oil or confuse pines with poisonous yew. Confirm species before any use.