Loblolly Pine
Pinus taeda
Also listed as Pinus lutea, Pinus mughoides
Also known as Oldfield Pine, Southern Pine, Frankincense Pine
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A fast-growing evergreen conifer native to the southeastern United States, valued for timber and ornamental use. It tolerates a range of soil conditions and reaches substantial heights, making it suitable for large landscapes.
Why grow it
Loblolly pine grows faster than most native southeastern conifers and adapts to poor, compacted, or wet soils that limit other species. Its timber value and structure make it practical for larger properties where long-term wood production is a secondary goal alongside wildlife habitat or windbreaks. Compared to slower-growing hardwoods, it establishes quickly in disturbed or marginal land.
Watch out for
Young trees benefit from mulching and consistent moisture during establishment, especially in drier years. Dense canopy coverage can suppress understory growth, so thinning may be needed if maintaining diverse plantings beneath. Self-seeding can be prolific in favorable conditions, requiring monitoring if you wish to prevent volunteer seedlings beyond your intended planting area.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Pinaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A fast-growing evergreen conifer native to the southeastern United States, valued for timber and ornamental use. It tolerates a range of soil conditions and reaches substantial heights, making it suitable for large landscapes.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Loblolly Pine grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Loblolly pine grows faster than most native southeastern conifers and adapts to poor, compacted, or wet soils that limit other species. Its timber value and structure make it practical for larger properties where long-term wood production is a secondary goal alongside wildlife habitat or windbreaks. Compared to slower-growing hardwoods, it establishes quickly in disturbed or marginal land.
Watch out for
Young trees benefit from mulching and consistent moisture during establishment, especially in drier years. Dense canopy coverage can suppress understory growth, so thinning may be needed if maintaining diverse plantings beneath. Self-seeding can be prolific in favorable conditions, requiring monitoring if you wish to prevent volunteer seedlings beyond your intended planting area.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Pinaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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