Pinus palustris
Longleaf Pine
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Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Description
Pinus palustris, commonly known as the Longleaf Pine, is a pine native to the southeastern United States, found along the coastal plain from eastern Texas to southeast Virginia, extending into northern and central Florida. It reaches a height of 30–35 m (98–115 ft) and a diameter of 0. 7 m (28 in). In the past, they reportedly grew to 47 m (154 ft) with a diameter of 1.
Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Blooming
The leaves persist for about 2-4 years and longer for some species. The buds produced in winter are often resinouse. Pinus is monoecious. The female cones are brown and take 2-3 years to ripen. Male cones are found at the base of the plant.
Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Growth
Evergreen, coniferous trees and shrubs. Pines grow best in full sun. Some species are slow growing and work well in a rock garden or as part of a border. Pines make good windbreaks and are suitable specimen trees.
Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Planting
Sow seeds in containers in a cold frame in spring.
Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Pest
Mealybugs, sawfly, scale insects, caterpillars, miners, and borers. Other issues include butt rot, tar spot, cone rust, pitch canker, blister rust, blights, and brown cubical rot.
Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Interesting facts
The leaves of P. aristata persist for up to 20 years.
Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) - Soil and irrigation
Grows in any soil as long as it is well-draining.
