Pseudotsuga menziesii

Douglas fir

Previous scientific name(s): Pseudotsuga mucronata

Large evergreen tree occurring on both moist and dry well-drained forest soils. Usually found on north facing slopes, at 4,000 to 11,000 ft. elevation.

Varieties:

Species Attributes

Height:

150

- 300

feet

Native or Introduced:

Native

Precipitation:

in.

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

Elevation:

4,000

- 11,000

ft.

Soil Texture

Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Average

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Marginal

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH

Acidic:

Average

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Not Adapted

Seeding Rate:

PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

22.90 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

38,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Inconspicuous

Blooming Season:

Spring

Summer

Pseudotsuga menziesii