Introducing the Pinus banksiana, commonly known as the Jack Pine! This North American tree is found from Northwest Territories to Nova Scotia, and from Minnesota to Maine in the United States. The Jack Pine is often used in reforestation due to its adaptability for growing in poor sandy soils. The cones of the Jack Pine are usually 5 cm and curved at the tip, and the trees can reach a height of 9-22 m. This pine forms pure stands on sandy or rocky soil and is fire-adapted, with the cones remaining closed for years until a forest fire kills mature trees and opens the cones. Jack Pine forests have acidic soil, making it suitable for the abundant growth of blueberries in the understory. Enjoy the beautiful and wild Pinus banksiana as a pioneer tree in your garden or for commercial uses such as pulpwood, fuel, decking, and utility poles. Learn more about this fascinating tree species today!