Sand Pine
Scientific Name
Pinus clausa
Geographical Considerations
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View this image below in landscape mode highly recommended
Hardiness Zones
8a to 11
This is a native Florida plant.
Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Sand Pine grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Full Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Acid to Slightly Alkaline (4.5-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
High
DroughtTolerance
High
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
What will it look like as it grows?
Plant Type
- Trees - Large
Plant Shape
- Upright
Leaf Persistence
Sand Pine is Evergreen
Spread
15-25 feet
Height
25-40 feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Fine
Flower Size
N/A
Plant Role for Butterflies
Nectar
Additional Detail
Flammable - in wildfire prone areas, plant minimum 30' from buildings; trunk is rarely straight; makes a nice accent in a large scale landscape; seeds provide food for wildlife. | Pests/Diseases: pest free | attracts butterflies, birds
