Canaan Fir vs Brandon Cedar - TreeTime.ca

Canaan Fir vs Brandon Cedar

Abies balsamea phanerolepis

Thuja occidentalis Brandon

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Canaan Fir
Brandon Cedar

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.

The Brandon Cedar is a columnar evergreen with soft, dense foliage that retains its bright green color all year round. It makes for a great vertical accent on your property or as part of a hedge, it is suitable for urban gardens due to its size and it is highly shade tolerant.

Canaan Fir Quick Facts

Brandon Cedar Quick Facts

Zone: 2a
Zone: 3a
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Height: 4 m (12 ft)
Spread: 7 m (23 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: any
Light: shade, partial shade
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none

In row spacing: 3 m (10 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)


Other Names: brandon arborvitae