PatternBaseWhite Pine Bolete
Suillus placidus, Suillaceae
Zones
3–8
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)
Water
Moderate (established)High (fruiting)
Soil pH
4.5 – 6.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Dark Honey MushroomArmillaria ostoyae
Armillaria as a parasitic fungus competes with beneficial mycorrhizal fungi like Suillus for root colonization sites
Painted Slippery JackSuillus pictusRelated Suillus species typically compete for ectomycorrhizal associations with pine trees
Golden Thread BoleteXerocomus chrysonemusDifferent bolete species may compete for ectomycorrhizal associations with the same tree hosts
Uses
Functions
DecompositionNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingMycorrhizal Association
Edible Parts
Fruiting Body
Common Questions
What zones does White Pine Bolete grow in?
White Pine Bolete grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.
What are good companion plants for White Pine Bolete?
Good companions for White Pine Bolete include Northern Short-stalked Truffle, Truncated False Truffle, Western Amethyst Deceiver.
Design guilds with White Pine Bolete and see companion relationships visually.
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