Conifers (/ ˈkɒnɪfər /) are a group of seed plants, a subset of gymnosperms. They are mainly evergreen trees with a regular branching pattern, reproducing with male and female cones, …

Conifer, any member of the division Pinophyta, class Pinopsida, order Pinales, made up of living and fossil gymnospermous plants that usually have needle-shaped evergreen leaves and …

There are over 600 conifer species in the world, with conifer forests being predominant in many boreal and temperate regions in the Northern Hemisphere. Though conifers are most often …

Jun 3, 2021 · There are 600+ species of conifers, and thousands of rare, incredibly unique cultivars and varieties. Conifers can be green, blue, grey, silver, red, orange, purple, yellow, …

Welcome to the American Conifer Society Founded in 1983, the purpose of the organization is to promote the use of conifers in gardens and landscaping while educating the public about their …

Apr 18, 2025 · In fact, that’s what the word conifer means. It’s Latin for conus, meaning cone, and ferre, meaning bearing. It’s a cone-bearing plant. They all have two types of cones: females …

Conifers are cone-bearing trees that have needle-like leaves and stay green all year long. Conifer species are found throughout the globe and the only large landmass they are absent from is …

Nov 10, 2025 · Here's what distinguishes fir, pine, spruce and juniper trees. There are few trees so universally beloved as the conifer. In winter, they’re a classic, enchanting image as their …

Aug 21, 2025 · Conifers are a diverse group of trees and shrubs, recognized by their distinctive reproductive structures and foliage. These ancient plants predate many flowering plants and …

Sep 7, 2025 · Conifers are cone-bearing trees and shrubs with needle-like or scale-like leaves.