Qty 25 Organic Loblolly Pine | Pinus Taeda | Naturally Sprouted Starter Pine Tree Seedlings 6" to 12" inch

Loblolly Pine One of the fastest growing southern pines, this tree is used as a quick-screen in many landscapes. This North American native has dark green needles and narrow, red-brown, often-paired cones that are three to six inches long. Grows in a wide variety of soils and is drought tolerant. 60'-100' height with 25-35' spread.

• The loblolly pine grows to a height of 60–90' and a spread of 25–35' at maturity.
• Growth Rate This tree grows at a fast rate, with height increases of more than 24" per year.,
• Sun Preference Full sun is the ideal condition for this tree, meaning it should get at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day.
• Soil Preference The loblolly pine grows in acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well-drained and clay soils. While it prefers normal moisture, the tree can tolerate some flooding and moderate drought.
• Attributes This tree: Transplants easily. Adapts well to moist soil conditions. Features slender, sometimes twisted, dark yellowish-green needles that are 6-10" long. Produces dry, oval brown cones that are 3–6" in length. Is used as a quick screen in many landscapes. Grows in an oval shape. Loses its lower branches with age, making it useful as a shade tree.
• Wildlife Value Loblolly pines provide shelter and food for many southeastern animals, including birds such as Carolina chickadees, brown-headed nuthatches, rufous-sided towhees, northern bobwhites and wild turkeys. The seeds are also consumed by chipmunks, squirrels and other small rodents.