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How to Plant Pine Trees
Dig a small hole with a sharp shooter shovel or spade and plant the pine tree in the ground at the same level it was planted in the nursery or container. Many times pine seedlings are sold in a bare root bunch. For example, a dozen for ten dollars is a typical amount. If planting seedlings, be sure the side roots are all pointing downward in the planting hole and water them in well to avoid air pockets. There is not much left to do but watch them grow. You will have a nice sized pine tree in about 3 years. For windbreaks, plant as close as 10 feet apart. For privacy, you can plant them in a zigzag pattern. Bare root seedlings should be planted no later than March 1. Their biggest enemy is deer scraping off the bark during the rutting season or an unusually dry spring. Expect an 80% survival rate if planting seedlings away from a water source.
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Looking for a fast growing high quality tree that can be used for ornamental purposes, windbreaks, reforestation, or erosion control? I've found the drought tolerant loblolly pine works great. Some folks dislike pine trees, but I'm one of those that loves to hear the wind blow through them during the summer and smell that wonderful pine fragrance. Also, the pine needles make great long lasting mulch that is being used more often in gardens and landscapes. When planting the seedlings, you must find a site that has acidic sand or red clay. Only the Afghan pine will do well in the black land area close to and west of IH35. The drought tolerant loblolly pine was bred for deep sandy sites. 
