Douglas Fir vs Balsam Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii var. glauca
Abies balsamea
Douglas Fir is a large coniferous tree with a pyramidal shaped crown.
This attractive feature tree, with its distinctive drooping cones, is perfect for any grower who has lots of space and lives in a warm enough region. Douglas Firs make exceptional Christmas trees.
It is not suitable to all growing environments. Do some research and make sure this tree is right for you.
Our seed source is typically from the interior of BC and rocky mountain areas. We do not produce coastal seed source Douglas Fir as it is better suited to its native range and some taxonomists believe the two seed sources might be distinct.
Balsam Fir - best known as a "Christmas tree" - doesn't just look great in living rooms; it's a terrific tree for your yard too!
This fir grows tall and narrow. Balsam Fir is cold hardy, shade tolerant, and will thrive in most soil types and moisture levels.