Pinus taeda
Loblolly pine is a common and widespread tree in the southeastern United States. It grows to over 100 feet tall and produces male and female cones on the same plant and the abundant pollen is a spring allergen. It is a major component of southeastern forests and is also planted for timber production and reforestation. It tolerates a wide variety of conditions from sun to partial shade and mesic to moist soils. Loblolly pine can be found scattered throughout natural areas at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. One loblolly pine is home to the Garden’s most famous residents, a pair of bald eagles.
This species is part of the Southeastern Virginia Phenology Network.
| Type | Large tree |  |
| Size | up to 100+’ tall | |
| Male Cones | spring | |
| Female Cones | dry, oblong cones; late summer-fall | |
| Hardy | Zones 6-9 | |
| Native | Southeastern US |
Click here to see the USA-NPN Species Profile for loblolly pine, which includes detailed descriptions of the phenophases being monitored and a link to the USA-NPN monitoring datasheets.
Click here to link to the USA-NPN web site