Shasta Red Fir (Shastensis)

The Shasta Red Fir (Shastensis) is generally described as a perennial tree. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the spring and continuing until fall. Leaves are retained year to year. The Shasta Red Fir (Shastensis) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a slow growth rate. At maturity, the typical Shasta Red Fir (Shastensis) will reach up to 180 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 25 feet.

The Shasta Red Fir (Shastensis) is usually not commercially available except under contract. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -23°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.