loblolly pine
Pinus taeda
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial shade
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size40 to 90 feet tall20 to 40 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) is a tree for privacy screens, woodland gardens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full sun to part shade and dry to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows fast and gives birds and small mammals cover, nesting sites, and seeds. Deer rarely make it their first choice. Extra moisture and richer soil help it grow even faster.
Pairs well with River birch, Beautyberry, and Switchgrass.
Native range
Southeastern United States.