Balsam Fir
The Balsam Fir is the traditional Christmas tree
in New England. It is a short needled tree known for it's wonderful
fragrance and excellent needle retention. The soft needles are usually
blue green.
Fraser Fir
The Fraser Fir is very similar to the Balsam,
but is able to grow in warmer conditions than the Balsam. It is blue
green, with excellent needle retention.
Balsam/Fraser Cross
The Balsam/Fraser cross, sometimes known as the
Fralsam, is a cross between the two, bringing out the best of both types
- fragrance, color, shape, and excellent needle retention.
Canaan Fir
The Canaan Fir is another variation of the Balsam,
developed in the Canaan valley, in Virginia. It is an emerald green
tree with excellent needle retention and a nice fragrance.
Serbian Spruce
The Serbian Spruce is an unusual
variety of Christmas tree- it is sometimes called the most elegant spruce. The short, stiff needles are light green to blue green,
and the branches have a distinctive arch. Serbian Spruce have good needle
retention, and a sharp spruce scent.
Scotch Pine
The Scotch Pine is a very full tree, with long,
stiff needles. The trees vary from kelly green to grass green,
and have good needle retention. Scotch Pine tend to grow into very thick, full trees.
Blue Spruce
A more traditional blue tree, the Blue Spruce
is a beautiful tree with short, stiff needles. The stiff branches
are excellent for heavier ornaments. Blue Spruce have good needle
retention.