Research carried by NZ Forest Research has shown that Douglas-fir can grow exceptionally well in moist areas of the Canterbury High Country. In fact the highest recorded growth rates of Douglas-fir in the world (about 40 cubic metres/ha/yr.) were measured from a stand near the head of Lake Ohau. This compares well with good growth rates for radiata pine and is well ahead of the highest Douglas-fir growth rates recorded in North America at about 22 cubic metres/ha/yr.(Source:Ledgard, N. J.; Belton, M. C. 1985)
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