30 Balsam Fir, Abies balsamea, Tree Seeds (Fragrant Hardy Evergreen, Bonsai)

Other Names: Lake States Balsam Fir, Canada Balsam, Eastern Fir, Balsam, Bracted Balsam Fir
Zone: 3 to 7
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Plant Type: Needled Evergreen Tree (Conifer)
Family: Pinaceae
Native Range: North America
Height: 50 to 75 feet
Spread: 15 to 25 feet
Shape: Pyramidal
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Fall Color: Evergreen
Drought Tolerance: Low
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Medium
Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Best grown in rich, consistently moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Best in full sun. Trees grow poorly in heavy clay soils.
Culture: Trees are native to cool climates and are not recommended for planting in the hot and humid summer conditions south of USDA Zone 7.
Uses: Specimen Fir for the landscape. Ornamental yard tree. Popular commercially grown Christmas tree because of its attractive fragrance and long retention of needles


Sowing Abies balsamea Seeds:
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hours
Stratify: Cold 30-45 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium.
Germination: Sow 1/4” Deep