- Loblolly Pine
Botanical name: Pinus Taeda
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: up to 100 ft tall and 5 ft wide
Hardy zone: zones 8-10
Foliage color: green/gold
Growth rate: grows at least 2 ft per year
Pruning instructions: trim in the winter to maintain desired shape and size
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: essential plant in sizeable evergreen gardens
Light needs: about 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: produces pine cones
Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : fertilize with a slow release 10-8-15 fertilizer
Best time to plant: late winter
Best type of soil: loam
Companion plants: magnolia, japanese maple, azaleas, blueberry bushes
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: no
