Douglas Fir Seedling Tree 18"
Best miniature evergreen for holiday decorators and home gardeners.
Embrace the holiday spirit with the Finch & Co. Douglas Fir Seedling Tree. This 18-inch evergreen seedling offers a realistic Christmas tree appearance with natural green foliage, perfect for bringing festive cheer to your home. It comes conveniently burlap-wrapped, making it easy to handle, plant, or display immediately. Ideal for creating holiday magic or as a charming natural decoration, this tree ensures lasting color throughout the season. It's a wonderful way to add a touch of nature and festive charm to your celebrations.
$30.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
7
/ 1134
#7 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Height
18
/ inches
Who it's for
- Landowners seeking quick landscape establishment
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing carbon sequestration and wildlife support
- Property owners wanting a classic, dense evergreen centerpiece
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners unable to provide consistent, daily seedling maintenance
- Urban homeowners with limited yard space or nearby utility lines
- Impatient planters looking for immediate shade or mature timber
Performance breakdown
Planting Versatility
Burlap-wrapped root ball allows for seamless transition from display to soil.
Foliage Realism
Natural evergreen needles provide an authentic aesthetic for seasonal indoor displays.
Growth Potential
Young seedling stage offers a rewarding long-term project for garden enthusiasts.
Display Convenience
Compact eighteen-inch stature fits perfectly on tabletops or small festive surfaces.
Hardiness
Douglas Fir variety is well-regarded for its resilience and seasonal color retention.
Handling Ease
Lightweight profile makes moving and positioning the tree effortless for anyone.
Key Specs
Height
18 inches
Foliage Color
Green
Tree Type
Evergreen
Botanical Name
Douglas Fir
Container Stock Option
Burlap wrapped
Model Number
18
Features
- Realistic Douglas Fir seedling appearance
- Burlap wrapped for easy planting
- Evergreen foliage maintains vibrant color
- Ideal for holiday decoration
- Ready for immediate planting or display
- Adds festive charm to any space
What customers say
Customer satisfaction with the Douglas Fir Seedling Tree is exceptionally high, focusing primarily on superior quality and reliable delivery. Reviewers consistently praise the seedlings' excellent health and robust root balls upon arrival, which are crucial for successful planting. The meticulous packaging by Finch & Co minimizes transit stress, ensuring the 18-inch trees arrive intact and ready for immediate use. Buyers report outstanding initial survival rates, directly linking this success to the stock's inherent vigor. While minor variations sometimes occur due to shipping conditions, the overall consensus is that this seedling offers outstanding value. Customers trust the professional quality assurance provided by the brand for healthy, dependable evergreen stock.
Know before you buy
No, the Douglas Fir is an outdoor coniferous tree that requires a period of winter dormancy and natural sunlight to thrive. It can be displayed indoors for short periods during the holidays, but it should be moved outside to a garden or larger container afterward.
You should keep the burlap wrap intact when planting. It is designed to hold the root ball together and will naturally decompose in the soil, allowing the roots to grow outward without disturbing them.
Douglas Firs are moderate growers once established. Under optimal conditions with proper watering and sunlight, you can expect the tree to grow several inches per year, though growth rates vary based on your local climate and soil quality.
This seedling thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Ensure the planting site has enough space for the tree to eventually reach its mature size, as Douglas Firs can grow quite large over time.
Yes, you can keep it in a container for the first few years. Use a high-quality potting mix and ensure the container has adequate drainage holes to prevent root rot, and be prepared to transplant it into the ground once it outgrows the pot.
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