Potted Balsam Fir

Tree Information

A popular cool climate tree with a lovely rich blue-green needle colour. Native to Eastern Canada and North-eastern parts of the USA. It is a very adaptable tree, preferring moist, acidic and well drained soils, but tolerating wet and temporarily waterlogged conditions. It grows best in cool climates with frosty or snowy winters but weill tolerate temperate climates where temperatures don’t go above 40’C in Summer. It is faster growing than its close relative the fraser fir and growing into a narrow conical shape. It has a distinctive and strong scent and the name derives from its use as an essential oil. This tree makes an elegant Christmas tree or landscape feature and is all round easier to grow than some of its relatives.

• For more information on the Balsam fir check out the Tree library.

Pot Sizes:

70mm tubestock - plants 15-25cm tall and 2-3 years old

140mm - plants 25-40cm tall and 3-4 years old

200mm - plants 40-80cm tall and 3-5 years old - coming soon

300mm - plants 80cm-130cm tall and 4-6 years old - coming soon

430mm - plants 130-180cm tall and 5-7 years old - coming soon