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Florida Native Slash Pine (Pinus Elliottii) Limited Quantity 3 Gallon

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Fast-Growing, Majestic & Eco-Friendly

USDA Hardiness Zones 8 to 10

Add towering beauty and lasting greenery to your landscape with the Slash Pine, a hardy and fast-growing native tree of Florida. With its lush, vibrant green needles and fragrant cones, this evergreen brings year-round elegance, shade, and wildlife benefits to your outdoor space.

Why Choose Slash Pine?

Fast-Growing & Hardy – Quickly reaches impressive heights, perfect for windbreaks, privacy screens, or shade.

✔ Low Maintenance & Drought-Tolerant – Thrives in a variety of soils, including sandy and clay-rich areas.

✔ Wildlife Magnet – Provides shelter and food for birds, squirrels, and pollinators.

✔ Eco-Friendly & Sustainable – Helps reduce soil erosion, improve air quality, and absorb carbon dioxide.

✔ Florida Adapted – Grown locally for optimal success in Florida's climate.

Planting & Care Instructions

Light: Prefers full sun.

Soil: Adaptable, but thrives in well-drained soils.

Watering: Low to moderate; drought-resistant once established.

Growth: Can reach 60-90 feet tall, making it perfect for large spaces.

Perfect For

Adding shade and beauty to expansive landscapes.

Windbreaks & privacy screens for properties, roadsides, and farms.

Wildlife conservation and reforestation projects.

The Florida Native Slash Pine (Pinus elliottii) thrives in well-draining, sandy to loamy soils, which are commonly found in its native habitat across Florida. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH range of around 5.5 to 6.5, though it can tolerate slightly more alkaline conditions.

This tree is highly adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, clay, and even occasionally dry soils, as long as the soil has good drainage. While it can tolerate drought once established, it grows best in soils that retain moderate moisture but do not stay waterlogged.

Slash pines are commonly found in areas with poor, sandy soils in their native environment, so adding organic matter to improve soil fertility is typically unnecessary. However, if you're planting in heavy clay soil or an area prone to poor drainage, consider amending the soil with sand or organic material to ensure good drainage and root aeration.

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Need delivery? Email us for a quote at: Madison@flowingwelltreefarm.com

Size: 3 Gallon

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