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Abies balsamea

Balsam Fir

Slow-growing, symmetrical evergreen with soft, bright green, fragrant needles. One of the most aromatic of all the fir, it is a popular Christmas tree or specimen plant. Grows best in acidic, moist to damp soil.

  • »  Grows in a pyramidal, open habit
  • »  Needles are emerald-green
  • »  One of the most aromatic of all firs
  • »  Purple cones grow upright and disintegrate while still on the plant
  • »  May benefit from light pruning and shaping when young to develop into a specimen plant

2gal
$41.25
3gal Low Inventory
$63.00
5gal
$168.00
Currently Not Available
12gal Low Inventory
$525.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:18-20 m
  • Spread:6-8 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Evergreen
• Fragrant
Habit
• Conical
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Naturalizing
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Abies balsamea

Native to Ontario and parts of North America.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abies balsamea

Balsam fir grows best in an acidic moist to damp soil. Avoid planting in heavy clay. Frequently used for cut Christmas trees.