Jack Pine vs Limber Pine - TreeTime.ca

Jack Pine vs Limber Pine

Pinus banksiana

Pinus flexilis

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Jack Pine
Limber Pine

Jack Pine is a cold tolerant native species that can survive on dry, sandy or gravelly sites.

Similar to Scots Pine, though somewhat larger, Jack Pine is known for its yellow-green needles, spreading crown, and irregular form. If you have a tough site to plant, this tree may be right for you.

Limber Pine is hardy, long-lived tree found specifically in sub-alpine areas of North America.

This slow-growing evergreen will attract birds and squirrels to your property. Limber Pine will be a beautiful ornamental tree for your yard.

Jack Pine Quick Facts

Limber Pine Quick Facts

Zone: 1a
Zone: 4a
Height: 20 m (66 ft)
Height: 20 m (66 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


Fall colour: green
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no

In row spacing: 3 - 4 m (10 - 12 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Native to: AB, BC, SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, NB, NT, PE
Native to: AB, BC
Other Names: rocky mountain white pine, southwest white pine