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50Arbre1520%FRhttps://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/04/f878815b9b9d7ae94a19642f4a2bf1c56b46b64d.jpegDouglas firAge: 6 to 8 years old Melrand Forest 56https://ecotree.green/en/offers/forest/melrand-foresthttps://ecotree.green/en/offers/56-morbihan/melrand-forest/douglas-fir/50
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Douglas fir

Age: 6 to 8 years old
Melrand Forest
Time before cutting: 54 years
Estimated CO2 absorption: 680 kg - 820 kg
€15 VAT incl.
€41.01 Expected gross gain

Douglas fir

The Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a North American species of the pinaceous family that was introduced into Breton parks in the mid-19th century. Its area of origin extends along the Pacific coast from Canada to California. This species is one of the most widely used in reforestation in France. In Brittany, Douglas fir areas represent about 12,000 ha, or 4% of the wooded area. The Douglas is a fast-growing tree, which is why it is used extensively in reforestation. It also has good technical qualities (wood processing for carpentry, exterior construction because it is rot-proof to the core).

- Growth: strong
- Height: 40 to 60 meters
- Foliage: persistent with dark cover
- Trunk: straight with smooth bark dotted with numerous fragrant pustules
- Bark: cracked and corky with age
- Color: reddish brown

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About Melrand forest

The Melrand forest is located in the Morbihan department in Brittany. It is crossed to the south by the Brandifrout, a tributary stream of the right bank of the Blavet river, which is nationally recognised, and home to a large population of wild fish: river trout (Salmo trutta fario) and its accompanying species (European bullhead, stone loach, minnow), as well as migratory species such as European eel (Anguilla anguilla) and salmon (Salmo).
Prior to our purchase in 2017, the majority of the plots were former farmlands. We planted them with tree species suited to the climate and soil such as: Douglas fir, maritime pine, red oak, poplar and Sitka spruce. These planted trees will be managed in an irregular high-forest, following the principles of continuous cover forestry.
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