Tree Descriptions
Jack Pine (Pinus banksiana)
| Height: |
40-80’ |
| Width:
| 30-40’ |
| Growth Rate: |
slow to moderate |
| Soil: |
sand, clay, loam |
| Moisture: |
dry |
| Shade Tolerance: |
sun |
| Bloom Time: |
N/A |
| Flower Color: |
N/A |
| Uses: |
timber, wildlife |
| Spacing: |
minimum 10’ x 10’ |
| Habitat: |
Well-drained, sandy loam soil, medium to dry moisture. Tolerates
dry, sandy, acidic soils. Full sun. |
| Notes: |
Fire dependent. |
Jack pine is the smallest native pine tree with short, paired needles
and a spreading, shrubby form. The cones are resinous and remain closed
until opened by extreme heat, either through fire or sunlight reflected
off
sandy soil. Planted for wildlife and Christmas trees.
