Fraser Fir Characteristics:

• dark green colour

• lush dense foliage

• excellent needle retention

• strong branches capable of carrying heavy ornaments

• nice light Fragrance

The Fraser fir's needles are:

• soft , making the tree ideal for children to handle and decorate

• flat and up to 1 inch long

• deep green with a blue/grey underside

• curled up (on upper branches)

This species was discovered by John Fraser, a Scottish explorer and botanist, when he was exploring the southern Appalachian Mountains in the late 18th century. Though these trees grow naturally typically at elevations above 4,500 feet in the south-eastern United States, they are now grown widely, where possible, across the continent as Christmas trees.

Douglas Fir Characteristics:

• dense bushy shape

• easily decorated

• sturdy Branches are able to support a large number of Christmas tree lights and decorations

 

Douglas fir needle Characteristics

• Dark green or blue green

• 2-3 cm (1 - 1.5 inches) long

• soft to touch

• radiate in all directions from the branch

Canaan Fir (Abies Balsamea) has many similarities to both the Fraser and the balsam firs in growth and appearance, as it offers the wonderful bouquet of a balsam fir combined with the beauty of a Fraser fir. The needles have a beautiful green topside, and a silver/white underside. Canaan firs grow in soils too wet to grow Fraser firs or Douglas firs. In addition, Canaan fir has a later bud break, reducing damage from late spring frosts. It is a beautiful tree that will gain importance in the years to come.

Noble Fir (Abies Procera) A beautiful Christmas tree with stiff branches and extended durability. This species is growing in popularity and is widely used to make wreaths, swags, garland and other Christmas products.

Grand Fir (Abies Grandis).

White Fir or Concolor Fir (Abies Concolor) is an excellent ornamental tree and is widely planted in the eastern United States and Canada. Its small, narrow needles are around 1-1½ inches in length and are laid out in rows. They have good foliage colour, good needle retention, and a pleasing shape and aroma.