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Squirrels love to munch on the cones and throw their "cores" down on a wooded path from their nest above.
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The Southern yellow pine trees that produce our lovely, versatile pine cones are naturally exclusive to North America. Types of southern yellow, such as the loblolly, grow abundantly in the marshy lowland areas of the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The pine tree and its cones are studied extensively for their contribution to the environment as they provide habitat to animals, birds, and insects. Our cones supply food for squirrels like the big Delmarva Gray squirrel, sika deer, turkeys, and assorted birds. Yellow pines are typified as "hard pines". The trees have a rapid growth habit and range in heights of 90-110 feet. Adding to its popularity for the lumber industry, is its ability to grow straight for a great length before developing knots in its trunk. Needles on the loblolly pine grow in bundles of three. Practical uses for the dried needles include garden mulch, and pet bedding. The green needles make excellent decorations for inside or outside projects. The naturally scented needles are a holiday favorite. These needles are also used for herbal remedies and spiritual benefit. The fruit of the pine is a wondrous cone shaped spiral flower well known for its many uses as a decorative, seasonal favorite. The cone has sturdy petals which are highly suitable for painting and other such projects. Typically, fairly symmetrical in shape the loblolly cones are able to "stand up " on their own. The pine cone is mentioned in the folklore and legend of many cultures. Christmas legend has it that baby Jesus blessed the tree with its little handprints because the trees had protected his family on their journey to flee Herod's decree. Cutting a pine cone in half lengthwise is reputed to show His hand print. The fruits of other plants also borrow their name from the pine cone, consider the pineapple. The Spanish also call the fruit pina because of its resemblance to the pine cone. Our pine cones are hand selected from the foot of the peaceful pines on our property, located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We use only the pine cones that drop naturally from the trees We also happily share them with the wild life that feeds on them. We know you'll love these beautiful specimens from the pine cone family for your craft or decorating project.
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MAKE A PINE CONE BIRD FEEDER Generously paste peanut butter on medium size pine cones, making sure to get inside all spaces in the pine cone. Roll the peanut butter coated pine cone in bird seed. Hang the bird feeder up and enjoy the birds!
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Email Inquiries to: Selina's Herbs, Taylors Island, MD 21669 |
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