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Abies fraseri

Fraser Fir

A slender, slow-growing, pyramidal specimen with glossy, dark green foliage and horizontal branching. Dark green, flat needles have rounded tips. Suitable for a cut Christmas tree with good foliage colour, a pleasing natural shape and aroma with good needle retention.

  • »  Slender specimen with an overall pyramidal shape
  • »  Horizontal branch structure with glossy, dark green needles
  • »  Underside of the needle displays two silver bands
  • »  Purple cones grow upright and disintegrate while still on the plant
  • »  Lends itself to both specimen or group plantings
  • »  A popular cut Christmas tree

2gal
$42.75
7gal
$315.00
Fibre Pot Low Inventory
$330.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:15-20 m
  • Spread:5-6 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Wet Soils
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Evergreen
Habit
• Conical
• Pyramidal
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Additional Information about Abies fraseri

The Fraser fir is native to isolated areas of the Appalachian Mountains in the United States and the common name honours the Scottish botanist John Fraser, who discovered this plant.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abies fraseri

Suitable for a moist, well-drained soil. Benefits from shearing if a formal conical shape is desired.