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Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest'

Also Known As

  • Squirrel's Nest Douglas Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest' plant details

Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, globose, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This miniature Doug Fir was found as a witch's broom by Jake Savage, a grafter at Conifer Kingdom. The very short, light-green needles and pointed buds make it a special find. It grew very low, almost weeping, and it first was thought to be a squirrel's n

Gardening facts about Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest' plant

How to Grow Pseudotsuga menziesii 'Squirrel's Nest'

  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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