It never grows higher than a few feet above the ground.

Under the most favorable conditions in Florida, where this species thrives, such trees often tower to a height of 125 feet.
In sheltered regions the seeds of trees may fall, sprout and take root close to their parent trees.

As a rule, the wind plays a prominent part in distributing seed in every section of the country.

Pine and fir seeds are equipped with wings like those of a bird or an airplane.

They enable the seeds to fly long distances on the wind before they drop to the ground and are covered with leaves.