Description
๐ฑ The loblolly pine grows to a height of 60โ90' and a spread of 25โ35' at maturity..๐ฒ Growth Rate This tree grows at a fast rate, with height increases of more than 24" per year..โ๏ธ 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..๐ฟ 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..๐ 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 3โ6" 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..๐ฟ๏ธ 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.
