Tree Descriptions
Jack Pine (Pinus banksiana)
| Height: | 40-80’ |
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| 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.
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