Pinus banksiana, commonly known as Jack Pine, is a North American tree found from Northwest Territories to Nova Scotia, and from Minnesota to Maine in the United States. Jack Pine is often used in reforestation due to its adaptability for growing in poor sandy soils. The cones of Jack Pine are usually 2 inches and curved at the tip, and the trees can reach a height of 30-70 ft. 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. Grow some of this fascinating tree species today!