The Italian Stone Pine (Pinus pinea) is an attractive species which is round and bushy when young, perfect to cut down and bring indoors for the holidays! As they mature, they develop a stunning flat-topped, umbrella shaped canopy that adds a beautiful design to any landscape. Its glossy, chestnut brown cones contain abundant and flavorful nuts. These pine nuts are commonly used for culinary purposes. Most of us have eaten these in pesto, or as a salad topper. They are favored for their rich fla