Jack pine

This tree grows on various types of soil, but is found primarily in relatively dry sandy or gravelly sites.

Native to North America, this species is one of the most widespread trees in Canada’s boreal forests. It thus plays a vital role in maintaining the health and balance of the boreal ecosystems.

In the United States, the jack pine grows mainly in northern regions such as Minnesota, Wisconsin, and parts of Montana and North Dakota. In Canada, it is found in nearly every province, particularly in the central and eastern regions, extending all the way to Newfoundland and Labrador. In Québec, it occurs in the Laurentians, Abitibi, the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, and the Côte-Nord regions.