Pinus banksiana

Jack Pine

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A resilient boreal conifer known for its short, twisted needles and serotinous cones that open with fire heat.
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Plant Details

Common Name Jack Pine
Family Pinaceae
Genus Pinus
Species Banksiana
Origin North America
Blooming Cones, spring
Leaf Color Dark green to blue-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Sandy, well-drained acidic soil; highly tolerant of poor substrates

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and cone development

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Fertilization

Minimal requirements; apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring

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Pruning

Prune candles in late winter; remove dead branches annually

Pest Control Adelgid Pine Sawfly Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-40° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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