Canaan Fir vs Black Hills Spruce - TreeTime.ca

Canaan Fir vs Black Hills Spruce

Abies balsamea phanerolepis

Picea glauca var. densata

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Canaan Fir
Black Hills Spruce

Canaan Fir, which is closely related to Balsam Fir, is known for its open-growing patterns and strong branches.

Canaan Fir is highly adaptable to many soil conditions and thrives in both shaded areas or direct sunlight. It is commonly used for Christmas tree farming or reforestation.

This rugged landscape tree remains green year-round.

Black Hills Spruce is a subspecies of White Spruce native to the Black Hills of South Dakota. It has a strongly conical form, slower growth rate and denser foliage than typical white spruce, making it preferable as a specimen tree for smaller suburban lawns. It also responds well to pruning, and can be used as a hedge or even bonsai.

Canaan Fir Quick Facts

Black Hills Spruce Quick Facts

Zone: 2a
Zone: 2b
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Spread: 7 m (23 ft)
Spread: 4 m (12 ft)
Light: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no

In row spacing: 3 m (10 ft)

In row spacing: 3 - 4 m (10 - 12 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)