Jeffrey Pine Tree Seedlings – Live Evergreen Conifers

Add a beautiful western native conifer to your landscape, woodland planting, or bonsai collection. Jeffrey pine (Pinus jeffreyi) is a hardy evergreen tree known for its rich gray-green needles, impressive mature size, and ability to adapt to challenging growing conditions.

Also called yellow pine, bull pine, and black pine, Jeffrey pine is closely related in appearance to Ponderosa pine. It is particularly valued for its tolerance of higher elevations, poorer soils, colder temperatures, and dry climates.

Why Grow Jeffrey Pine?

• Distinctive evergreen foliage: Gray-green needles grow in bundles of three.

• Drought tolerant: Extremely drought-tolerant once established.

• Adaptable: Tolerates challenging conditions, including rocky and poorer soils when drainage is good.

• Cold hardy: Adapted to cold climates and areas with shorter growing seasons.

• Wildlife value: Provides cover for birds and small mammals.

• Bonsai potential: Popular for bonsai because of its hardiness and trainability.

• Landscape versatility: Suitable for landscape, woodland, and specimen plantings.

Mature Size and Plant Characteristics

• Botanical name: Pinus jeffreyi

• Common names: Jeffrey pine, yellow pine, bull pine, black pine

• Plant type: Evergreen coniferous tree

• Mature height: Approximately 82–131 feet

• Mature spread: Approximately 20–30 feet

• Needles: Gray-green, in bundles of three

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–8

These are mature tree dimensions, not the size of the seedlings being shipped.

Growing Information

Sunlight: Plant in full sun to part shade. Jeffrey pine needs at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.

Soil: Choose well-drained soil. It can grow in rocky or poorer soils, provided drainage is good. Avoid locations where water remains around the roots.

Climate: Adapted to higher elevations, cold weather, and dry climates. It is not recommended for coastal areas.

Water: Extremely drought-tolerant once established. Provide appropriate water while young and establishing.

Native Range

Jeffrey pine is native to California, western Nevada, southwestern Oregon, and northern Baja California.

Growing in Containers

If you plan to grow your seedling in a container for a season, we recommend our General Purpose Greenhouse Potting Soil Mix.

Jeffrey pine is also a popular bonsai subject because it is hardy and trainable.

Shipping Information

Shipping is included in the listed price. We ship to all U.S. states.

• Quantities 1–10 ship by USPS.

• Quantities of 20 or more ship Monday or Tuesday by UPS 3 Day Select.

• Please email us for pricing on larger quantities.

Free shipping is available to most locations. Larger boxes and shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, or areas considered remote may require an additional freight surcharge.

Weather and Shipping Holds

If your local temperature is warmer than 89°F or colder than 20°F, your order will be held until conditions improve. This helps protect your plants from excessive heat or cold during transit.

All plants are inspected for quality before shipment. Plants are rarely damaged during shipping, but if yours arrive damaged, please contact us right away. Include photos of the package and plants so we can help resolve the issue.

Please message us before placing your order if you have any questions.