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Dwarf Loblolly Pine Pinus taeda 'Nana'

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PY-nus TAY-duh
Description

Dwarf loblolly pine is a dwarf, needled evergreen tree in the pine family (Pinaceae). This cultivar of the loblolly pine typically does not lose its lower branches as it grows older, which is a trait of the loblolly pine. It also grows slowly, eventually reaching only 10 to 20 feet in height and 10 to 15 feet in width.  

Plant this pine in full sun and in acidic clay or sand. The thick bark makes this tree less susceptible to damage from wildfires. It is also resistant to deer.

This tree can be used in most landscape areas from containers to yards, meadows, slopes and naturalized areas, or in specialized areas such as Asian, rock or native gardens. It can be an accent or a barrier. 

Insect, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems:  Pests affecting this tree are pine bark beetles, borers, pine tip moths and sawflies.  It is susceptible to fusiform rust and heart rot. This tree is susceptible to wind damage. The fruits, twigs and foliage can cause a significant amount of litter.

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  • Attributes:
    Genus:
    Pinus
    Species:
    taeda
    Family:
    Pinaceae
    Life Cycle:
    Woody
    Fire Risk Rating:
    low flammability
    Wildlife Value:
    Squirrels and other small mammals eat the fruit
    Dimensions:
    Height: 10 ft. 0 in. - 20 ft. 0 in.
    Width: 10 ft. 0 in. - 15 ft. 0 in.
  • Whole Plant Traits:
    Plant Type:
    Perennial
    Tree
    Habit/Form:
    Rounded
    Growth Rate:
    Slow
    Texture:
    Medium
  • Cultural Conditions:
    Light:
    Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
    Soil Texture:
    Clay
    Sand
    Soil pH:
    Acid (<6.0)
    NC Region:
    Coastal
    Mountains
    Piedmont
    USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
    6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
  • Fruit:
    Fruit Color:
    Brown/Copper
    Fruit Length:
    > 3 inches
    Fruit Description:
    Dry-hard cone
  • Flowers:
    Flower Color:
    Gold/Yellow
    Flower Bloom Time:
    Spring
    Flower Description:
    Insignificant
  • Leaves:
    Leaf Color:
    Green
    Leaf Arrangement:
    Alternate
    Leaf Margin:
    Entire
    Hairs Present:
    No
    Leaf Description:
    Long needles in dense, brushy clusters, 3 needles per bundle
  • Stem:
    Stem Is Aromatic:
    No
  • Landscape:
    Landscape Location:
    Container
    Lawn
    Meadow
    Naturalized Area
    Patio
    Pool/Hardscape
    Recreational Play Area
    Slope/Bank
    Walkways
    Woodland
    Landscape Theme:
    Asian Garden
    Drought Tolerant Garden
    Rock Garden
    Design Feature:
    Accent
    Barrier
    Border
    Foundation Planting
    Hedge
    Mass Planting
    Screen/Privacy
    Attracts:
    Small Mammals
    Resistance To Challenges:
    Deer
    Problems:
    Messy