Lodgepole Pine
Other Names: Black Pine, Coast Pine, Scrub Pine
Family: Pinaceae
Native to: Western North America
Eco benefits: medicinal
Natural habitat: barren or disturbed ground, mountains, inner forests, hillsides & uplands, rocky slopes
Shapes: conical, single trunk, upright
Height: 70-80ft
Growth rate: fast
Unique attractions: winter interest
Common uses: reforestation, naturalized plantings
Light: full sun
Soil: moist and fertile, well drained, tolerates heavy clay, drought tolerant, dry
Lodgepole Pine is common from shores to inland Mountain slopes in western North America. A few different subspecies exist depending on the habitat, (P. latifolia) being the most common for timber. The tree is tall and narrow in shape within the forest, or more widespread in open areas. With a relatively fast growth rate, it can establish open sites with unfavorable conditions and poor soil. Needles are generally bushy with sharp-tipped cones.
