Douglas Fir

Native to North America and Mexico, it was first introduced into the UK by botanist David Douglas in 1827, hence the common name Douglas Fir. The botanical name however is derived from Archibald Menzies, who first documented the species back in 1791. Tallest specimens in America are over 100m and have trunk diameters of over 2m and though this is in optimum conditions this fast-growing tree really needs a home in parkland or similar with plenty of space. The canopy is loosely pyramidal at maturity. Distinct cones hang down from the branches, with pointy bracts protruding from beneath each scale giving a spiky appearance. A hardy tree, tolerant of well drained soils.

Common names

Douglas Fir

Height of tree

20m+

Soil type

Will tolerate most soil types

Shape

Pyramidal

Foliage Colour

Green

Location

Parkland

Genus

Pseudotsuga