Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Pinaceae

Genus:

Pseudotsuga

Species:

Pseudotsuga macrocarpa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Bloom Months:

mar, apr

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: California

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★☆☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to mountainous regions with poor soil fertility

Germination Information