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  1. retrotrees

    advanced Douglas Fir Treatment for Fir Beetles

    hi folks, For the last several years many of my old fir trees have been under attack by beetles. I've had arborists come and try treating with Onyx spray. I've cleared out old brush. Now I'm trying MCH yearly to repel the beetles. I'm not sure how effective this is going to be. Besides...
  2. Diana Lind

    Douglas Fir dropping green needles in May

    I noticed quite a lot of Fir needles on the ground which is unusual for our tree. It is a big one, probably at least 50 years old. There are other Fir trees close by without this issue. It's May, and all the trees including this one have bright new growth. BUT, this tree is also showing dry...
  3. Jesse snowden

    Quality of second or third growth timbers in Pacific North West?

    Been a while gentlemen! Quick overview: Bought my first house. Everett washington, about 20 miles north of Seattle. On craigslist in this area you can buy douglas fir logs fresh from the mountains by the truck load. It's not cheap, but not nearly as much as a lumber package from a saw mill...
  4. SawmillMan

    Douglas Fir Stunted Growth

    I planted this tree in 1996 along with 50 other firs. This is the lone survivor and it certainly has stunted growth. It is very healthy looking in appearance but just remains very small. Any suggestions on what is happening?
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