Our premium 'Elite' Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis Elite) has been expertly developed by Christie-Elite to deliver superior timber quality at an accelerated growth rate. Perfect for those seeking high-grade, sustainable wood with remarkable efficiency.

Selective breeding, over multiple generations, has enhanced genetic traits (growth rate, stem straightness and form) to grow faster, straighter with fewer knots. A genetically improved crop will result in a significantly higher volume of sawlogs at harvesting, dramatically increasing return on investment.

Elite Sitka (also known as seed-orchard Sitka) is a seedling grown directly from our specially selected seed. The seed is produced in our on-site seed-orchard composed of parent plants chosen for their genetic superiority. Since each seed is produced by different parents some genetic variation exists in finished stock however Elite Sitka will consistently outperform standard material without the high cost of vegetative production.

Sitka Spruce has rigid, needle-like leaves with sharp spines at the tip. It is the most commonly planted UK forestry tree. Sitka Spruce can grow up to 50m tall. It is quick growing and has a straight trunk. It grows well on wet and peaty soils.

Sitka Spruce has rigid, needle-like leaves with sharp spines at the tip. It is the most commonly planted UK forestry tree. Sitka Spruce can grow up to 50m tall. It is quick growing and has a straight trunk. It grows well on wet and peaty soils.

Suitable Soil Conditions

• Acid Soil
• Heavy Soil
  
• Wet Soil
• Clay Soil

Suitable Site Conditions

• Exposed Site
• Shaded Site

Ultimate Tree Height

• 0 - 50m

Growth Rate

• Fast