I can remember when this long leaf pine was a just a few feet tall. Over the course of about a decade or so, it has matured into a large and majestic tree. With only a single day of rain in over a month, many of the trees in the area are showing signs of struggle against the drought. It is a bit shocking. Some of the less hearty plants have already died and others are well on their way. I'm hoping this individual finds a way to survive.
