ABIES Hardy tree Silver Fir Germination Temp 68F Germination Time: 1-3 months Sow seeds 1/8 in deep in sandy compost in early spring or outdoors in wee prepared soil in late spring. Prick out the seedlings into a nursery bed when they are large enough to handle and grow on for two to three years before planting out into their permanent positions in late autumn or late spring. The grow best in cool humind areas like my backyard. --