Abies balsamea – Balsam Fir

Height: 50-70’  
Spread: 20-25’ (narrowly pyramidal)   
Hardiness: 3-5   
Foliage: Fragrant, shiny dark green, very soft    
Growth Rate: Medium        
Common Ailments: Winter desiccation in youth, intolerant of pollution   
Seed: 2-4” cone, purplish brown   
Preferred Soil: ph 5-6, acid, moist, cool, cannot adapt to course textures     
Attributes: Foliage is especially attractive with fragrant soft velvety leaves with white strips underneath. Also used as a Christmas tree and extensively in wreath making

14" grow bag           42"
14" grow bag           4'
14" grow bag           5'