Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)

Loblolly Pines (Pinus taeda) are medium to large trees with six to nine inch long evergreen needles that grow in bundles of three. These trees produce red-brown cones, have scaly plated bark, and a very straight trunk. There are nearly 1,400 young and mature Loblolly Pines throughout the Park. The small pine pictured is near Brays Bayou in view of the Bill Coats Bridge.

Light      Full sun

Size        60-100’ tall, 25-35’ wide

Water    Once established, needs moderate watering

Soil         Tolerates many soils and is somewhat drought resistant