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Jack pine (Pinus banksiana) Care Guide

Care guide for Jack pine: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

Jack pine

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⚠️ Jack pine is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.

Care at a glance

LightPlenty of light; some direct sun is tolerated.
WaterWater roughly every 14 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Tolerates the occasional missed watering.
HumidityModerate to high humidity (40-70%).
TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-8.2).
Growthfast growth. Mature height ~24.4 m (80.0 ft).
Origin

Native to: Alberta, British Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Labrador, Maine.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.