Douglas Fir. A broadly conical tree when young becoming columnar with spreading branches of dark green narrow leaves. Produces cones. Max Height 25m to 50m. Max Spread 6m to 10m. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Pseudotsuga menziesii
A broadly conical tree when young becoming columnar with spreading branches of dark green narrow leaves. Produces cones.
Additional information
| Generic | Pseudotsuga |
|---|---|
| Species | menziesii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Douglas Fir |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 25m, 50m |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Spread | 6m, 10m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Conical, Columnar |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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