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Douglas fir

Age: 2 to 4 years old

Time before cutting: 44 years

Estimated CO₂ absorption: 690 kg - 830 kg

€18 VAT incl.

€38.04 Expected gross gain

Douglas fir

The Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a North American species of the pinaceous family that was introduced into Breton parks in the mid-19th century. Its area of origin extends along the Pacific coast from Canada to California. This species is one of the most widely used in reforestation in France. In Brittany, Douglas fir areas represent about 12,000 ha, or 4% of the wooded area. The Douglas is a fast-growing tree, which is why it is used extensively in reforestation. It also has good technical qualities (wood processing for carpentry, exterior construction because it is rot-proof to the core).

- Growth: strong
- Height: 40 to 60 meters
- Foliage: persistent with dark cover
- Trunk: straight with smooth bark dotted with numerous fragrant pustules
- Bark: cracked and corky with age
- Color: reddish brown

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About Champeau-en-Morvan forest

The Champeau-en-Morvan forest is located on the edge of the Chamboux lake in Bourgogne Franche-Comté, France. It is located within the Morvan mountains and its regional nature park. Two main tree species grow there: Douglas fir and larch. The forest also has a great diversity of other species.
Since we took over the management of the forest in the spring of 2020, our teams have created two ponds, planted trees in the plots that needed replanting and planted a melliferous hedge to support and stimulate the existing biodiversity.

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