How to grow Douglas Fir

Pseudotsuga menziesii

The mature tree requires a lot of space, and prefers neutral to acidic ground, although the variety ‘glauca’ can tolerate some lime

Plant fresh seed in peat based compost with added vermiculite for free drainage

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 10°C / 50°F to ensure good germination.

Pot up regularly so the forming roots are not restricted. Plant out to final position, protecting with wire or guards to prevent grazing by animals

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Douglas Fir is a very hardy plant.

Check out fallen cones when collecting seed, these seeds are ready to be planted at once

The seed is ripe when shed naturally from the cone. Plant seed at once.

These estimates for how long Douglas Fir takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

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