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Canaan Fir vs Siberian Fir

Abies balsamea phanerolepis

Abies sibirica

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Canaan Fir
Siberian Fir

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.

Siberian Fir is an evergreen tree best known for its strong aroma. This tree's needles are popular for essential oils and aromatherapy. It also grows softwood that is used for furniture and wood pulp. This species is very cold hardy and shade tolerant.

This species is bright green and conical shaped. Most interesting is its upright blue cones that fade into brown as they mature.

CANAAN FIR QUICK FACTS

SIBERIAN FIR QUICK FACTS

Zone: 2a
Zone: 2a
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Height: 30 m (100 ft)
Spread: 7 m (23 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: any
Light: partial shade
Flowers: bright pink cone-like
Bark: smooth, mostly brown with green in places
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none

In row spacing: 3 m (10 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)