TREES

Below is a list of trees that can grown and thrive successfully in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones for Louisiana including 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, and 10a, along with their botanical names, common names, care instructions, and ideal planting times.

  • Southern Live Oak

    Botanical Name: Quercus virginiana
    Common Name: Southern Live Oak

    Care Instructions
    Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
    Water: Moderate; water regularly until established.
    Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
    Pruning: Minimal, mainly to remove dead branches.
    Fertilization: Annual application of a balanced fertilizer.
    Ideal Planting Time: Fall or early spring.

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  • Bald Cyprus

    Botanical Name: Taxodium distichum
    Common Name: Bald Cypress

    Care Instructions
    Soil:     Moist, well-drained soil.
    Water: High; thrives in wet conditions.
    Sunlight: Full sun.
    Pruning: Minimal, mainly to remove dead wood.
    Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
    Ideal Planting Time: Fall or early spring.

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  • Lemon Tree

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