Landscapers frequently plant Loblolly Pine in parks and in commercial landscaping due to their relatively fast growth rate and adaptability to various sites and conditions. Evidence of that statement is the fact that there are 222 Loblolly Pines planted on our campus or 24% of our total inventoried trees.

Loblolly Pines can have many pest problems when under stress or grown in heavy alkaline soils. Fortunately, our soils are relatively moist and acidic.

Bark: The blackish-gray bark is very thick and scaly, with deep cracks that exposes the brown layers underneath.

Foliage: The tree has needles that grow in a bundles called fascicles. Loblolly pines typically have three needles per fascicle, but occasionally may only have two needles per fascicle. The needles are 6 - 10 inches long, stiff, stout, and green in color.

Flowers: The flowers are yellow with four petals, and are not visible during their blooming in the spring.

Fruit: The 3 - 6 inch long, conical-shaped cones are light brown and open at maturity to release seeds that are dark brown and paired. The cone of the tree remains attached to the tree for many years before dropping off.

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More Information

Tree ID Number:	604
Scientific Name:	Pinus taeda
Mature Height:	40 — 60ft in the landscape
Canopy Spread (Diameter):
Branching Shape:	Rounded irregular spreading crown
Growth Rate:	Extremely fast growing when young
Wood Strength:	Softwood.
Cold Hardiness Zone:	6-9
Soil Moisture Requirements:	Wet, Moist
Light Requirements:	Sun
Common Pests:	None particularly serious in the landscape but can be attacked by pine beetles, fusiform rust and heart and butt rot.
Comments:	This tree is a fast growing pine for southern gardens. It makes an excellent canopy that provides a light shade for understory plantings. National champion is 148' by 83' at Warren, AR.

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