Ponderosa Pine

Slow to moderate growth rates, may reach over 3’ in diameter and 150’ tall at maturity. Long-lived. Very heat and drought tolerant but also somewhat tolerant of seasonally flooded or poorly drained soils. Not common along interior Jackson County streams but may have been more abundant on these sites historically. Frequently planted on zone 3 terraces because it is one of the few species that will survive there. Good long term source of woody debris.

Planting

Frequently planted as a bare-root seedling. Container stock may also be available.

Natural Regeneration

By seed only. Good seed years occur every 4-6 years. Germination is best on mineral soil.

Streamside Planting Zones: 2-3
Tolerance to flooding: MEDIUM
Tolerance to shade: LOW
Tolerance to drought: HIGH

This piece is part of the collection Trees and Shrubs by: Shade Tolerance, Trees and Shrubs by: Shade Tolerance, Trees and Shrubs by: Flood Tolerance, Trees and Shrubs by: SIZE, Trees and Shrubs by: Drought Tolerance

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