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The Shortleaf Pine (Echinata) is generally described as a perennial tree. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are retained year to year. The Shortleaf Pine (Echinata) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Shortleaf Pine (Echinata) will reach up to 100 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 60 feet.
The Shortleaf Pine (Echinata) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -18°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.
| Category | |
|---|---|
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| General Type | Tree |
| Growth Period | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Duration | Perennial |
| Lifespan | Moderate |
| Plant Nativity | Native to U.S. |
| Commercial Availability | Routinely Available |
| Bloom Period | Mid Spring |
|---|---|
| Displays Fall Colors | No |
| Shape/Growth Form | Single Stem |
| Drought Tolerance | Medium |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Height When Mature | 100 |
| Vegetative Spread | None |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Conspicuousness | No |
| Fruit/Seed Abundance | High |
| Fruit/Seed Seasonality | Summer Fall |
| Seed Spread Rate | Moderate |
| Propagations (Ways to Grow) | Bare Root, Container, Seed |
|---|---|
| Moisture Requirements | Medium |
| Cold Stratification Required | Yes |
| Minimum Temperature | -18 |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 24 |
| Toxic to Nearby Plants | No |
| Toxic to Livestock | No |
| After-Harvest Resprout Ability | Yes |
| Responds to Coppicing | No |
| pH Range | 4–6 pH |
|---|---|
| Precipitation Range | 34–34 inches/yr |
| Planting Density | 430–1200 indiv./acre |
| Soil Textures | Coarse, Fine, Medium |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 24 |
| Minimum Frost-Free Days | 180 day(s) |
| Salinity Tolerance | None |
| CaCO3 Tolerance | Low |
| Leaf Retention | Yes |
|---|---|
| Palatability | Low |
| Fire Resistant | No |
Source: USDA, NRCS, PLANTS Database, plants.usda.gov.
National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70874-4490 USA
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