Softwood
Virginia Pine: 5 Fast Facts That May Surprise You
Quick guide to Virginia pine: fast growth, poor-soil tolerance, yard uses, wildlife benefits, and clear species comparisons.
Bass Wood: 7 Uses You Need to Know
From carving and models to instruments and furniture, learn seven practical uses of bass wood and the best places to buy it.
Engelmann Spruce: 5 Uses You’ll Love
Explore five useful ways to use Engelmann spruce, from tonewood for guitars to reforestation and garden accents. Simple ideas for woodworkers and nature fans.
Limber Pine: Discover 5 Key Benefits for Dry, Windy Sites
Learn how limber pine stabilizes slopes, feeds wildlife, survives harsh climates, and adds lasting beauty to yards.
Weeping Pine: 7 Fascinating Facts
Discover what makes the weeping pine special, compare weeping white pine types, and get simple care tips to grow a striking garden specimen.
Mountain Hemlock: 5 Facts That Inspire
Learn five clear facts about the mountain hemlock, from its blue-green needles and cones to its place on high ridges and in gardens.
Pine Board: 5 Best Deals to Shop Now
A quick guide to the top five pine board deals. Get the best white pine lumber picks for crafts, furniture, signs, and repairs.
Spanish Cedar: 5 Fascinating Facts Every Cigar Lover Should Know
From why it is not a true cedar to how it improves cigar aging, these five facts about spanish cedar will help you choose lumber, sheets, and humidor lining.
Ocote: 5 Surprising Uses to Know
Discover five practical uses for ocote, from quick firestarters and smoke cleansing to natural home scent, long-burning light, and handcrafted decor.
Balsam Poplar: 5 Uses You’ll Love
Five simple uses for balsam poplar and poplar balsam — balms from balsam poplar buds, soothing oils from western balsam poplar, home scenting, and DIY soaps.
