Pseudotsuga menziesii

Douglas Fir

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Large evergreen conifer native to western North America, known for fragrant needles and distinctive cone bracts. Grows up to 100 meters tall in the wild.
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Plant Details

Common Name Douglas Fir
Family Pinaceae
Genus Pseudotsuga
Species Menziesii
Origin North America
Blooming Monoecious, pollen cones in spring, seed cones develop later.
Leaf Color Dark green to blue-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, well-drained acidic soil; rich in organic matter.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during growing season. Reduce watering in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun preferred outdoors. Indoors requires bright indirect light and high humidity; prone to drying out quickly indoors.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.

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Pruning

Minimal pruning required; shape young trees. Remove dead branches as needed.

Pest Control Adelgid Aphid Bagworm Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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