How to Plant Fir Tree Seeds

Be sure to research the type of fir you wish to grow before buying as different firs have different properties. Buy at least 20 seeds to increase your chances of success.

Fill a large container three-fourths full with compost and gently place the seedlings over the soil, spacing each seed two to three inches apart. Add a thin layer of horticultural grit over the seedlings. Make sure the grit is at least twice the size of the seeds.

Water the seeds thoroughly and keep the soil moist but never soaked. Place the container outside in an area that receives partial sunlight.

Wait for the seedlings to germinate and sprout, which could take anywhere from three to six months. Growing fir trees from seed is an extremely long process, so patience is key.

Remove the germinated sprouts from the container using a trowel and transplant each sprout to a 4-inch pot. Place the pots in full sun and keep the soil moist. The seedlings will need to stay potted for one year.

Move the trees to their permanent location when they have reached at least 6 inches in height and the last frost for the year has passed. Fir grows best in partial to full sunlight resting in moist, well-drained and composted soil. Prepare the area by removing all weeds and mixing the native soil with compost and coarse sand. Add a 1-inch layer of mulch beneath the tree to conserve moisture.