Growing Spruce and Pine Trees from Cones: Seed Extraction and Sowing

Step-by-Step Process

1. Dry Cones: Air-dry at 70–75°F for 14–21 days.
2. Extract Seeds: Shake or pull seeds from cones.
3. Sow: Plant in potting soil in egg cartons, covering with ¼ inch soil (2 seeds per cell).
4. Germinate: Keep at 75°F for 45–60 days, moist but not wet.
5. Transplant: Move seedlings outdoors when large enough.

This method works for both spruce and pine species.