Think about the lilies — and an old fir tree from Montana
Reflections Under the Old Douglas Fir In Montana, there’s a remarkable stand of Douglas fir trees. Foresters estimate that one of them, the largest, boasts over 600 years of growth. This tree, situated along the banks of a stream, benefits from protection against fierce winds thanks to the surrounding hills. The river flows gently, tracing […]
The Douglas fir, a common species used for Christmas trees, can grow hundreds of feet tall and live for over 1,000 years
Douglas fir, also known as Douglas tree, Oregon pine, and Douglas spruce, can grow hundreds of feet tall and the oldest species can live more than 1,000 years. Douglas fir is the state tree of Oregon. The species is found from western British Columbia to central California, according to Portland.gov. There is a time for […]