White Fir (Concolor Fir) vs Fraser Fir - TreeTime.ca

White Fir (Concolor Fir) vs Fraser Fir

Abies fraseri

Abies concolor

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Fraser Fir
White Fir (Concolor Fir)

Fraser Fir is a great choice for a Christmas tree, or as an addition to your landscape. It retains its needles when cut, has good branch strength, and grows into the classic conical Christmas tree shape. When the cones are young they emerge purple, which adds an additional splash of colour to the tree.

Fraser Fir may suffer in warmer climates, we do not recommend this tree in hardiness zones 7 or higher. It is very similar to Balsam Fir, and can freely be used as a substitute.

White Fir is an attractive, cold hardy tree that is known for its excellent adaptation to difficult sites. Also a favorite among Christmas tree growers, this tree has high needle retention, dense foliage, and a beautiful pyramidal shape.

You'll love the silver blue-green color that pops on a winter landscape. Try planting in your front yard as a stunning specimen or ornamental tree.

Fraser Fir Quick Facts

White Fir (Concolor Fir) Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 12 m (40 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Other Names: frasers balsam fir, frasier fir, she balsam, southern balsam fir