Outstanding Features:
Very hardy evergreen with symmetrical form and fragrant foliage.

Description:
Height: 40-75'
Width: 15-25'
Hardiness Zone: 3a

Balsam Fir is an attractive pyramidal evergreen with a symmetrical growth habit. The short, 2-ranked needles are dark green with white bands on the underside. The trunk is gray and has raised blisters full of fragrant resin. This conifer is native in the lakes region of the upper midwest. Balsam Fir is used as a Christmas tree.

Requirements and Culture:
Prefers a rich, well drained soil and requires ample moisture. Performs best in cool climates; foliage becomes sparse in hot, dry conditions. Not a high quality landscape plant outside of its native habitat.

Limitations:
No serious insect or disease problems. Aphids occasionally become a problem and cause needles to become curled. Not very tolerant of drought.

Photo Credit: 1 & 2 MLA.

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