About
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.Growing From Seed
Growing from seed is one of the most economical and satisfying ways to build a native plant garden. The table shows brief planting instructions, including how long and what kind of stratification this plant needs. For further information on stratification and seed preparation please refer to our article: Preparing To Grow Wild Plant Seeds
| Seeds/Packet | Coming soon... |
|---|---|
| Seeds/Gram | 125 |
| Cost/Gram | $17.00 |
| Dormancy Treatment | Cold Moist Stratification |
| Seeding Instructions | Soak seeds for 24 hours then cold moist stratify for 1 month. Plant about 1/2" deep. |
Growing From Plants
Seedlings are a more economical option than established plants and an easier start than growing from seed. Our plants are shipped in soil blocks or plug trays. Plants do surprizingly well in the mail but need special care upon arrival. Please see Planting Mail Order Seedlings for information on how to plant and care for seedlings.
Shipping
We currently ship seeds to all Canadian provinces and ship plants just within the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Seeds ship year-round and usually take a few days (or longer if you are ordering from a distant province). It usually takes 2-5 business days in the mail for plant orders once shipped. Plants are generally available from May to September and can be reserved during off season; Shipping costs are calculated during checkout. Seed orders over $100 ship free! See Shipping for more details.