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Tree Varieties

Do you know the difference between a spruce and a fir? From the beloved Douglas Fir to our best-seller, the Concolor Fir, explore our tree varieties below!

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Fraser Fir

ABIES FRAERI

Known for its pleasant scent, the Fraser Fir features yellow-green branches that form a conical shape, with sturdy branches that angle slightly upward. This makes it an excellent choice for hanging heavy ornaments, garlands, and other holiday décor. Fraser fir can typically grow up to 50 feet tall. Fraser fir are typically pre-cut, in our yard only.

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Concolor Fir

ABIES CONCOLOR

The Concolor Fir is known for its lovely tangerine scent. Its long flattened, needle-like leaves are pointed at the tip and start out blue-green in color, gradually transitioning to a duller green as the tree matures. The Concolor Fir also features strong branches, making it perfect for decorating with heavy ornaments and garlands. It can grow up to 195 feet tall.

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Balsam Fir

ABIES BALSAMEA

Recognized for its signature holiday fragrance, the Balsam Fir boasts dense, dark-green, needle-like leaves with a silvery-white sheen. Its classic conical shape, sturdy branches, and classic scent make it a popular choice for Christmas trees, wreaths, and seasonal bouquets. This fir variety typically grows up to 66 feet tall.

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Canaan Fir

ABIES BALSAMEA v. PHANEROLEPIS

Often described as a hybrid of the Fraser and Balsam Fir, the Canaan Fir combines the best qualities of both. This evergreen features rich green, needle-like leaves and excellent needle retention, making it a great choice for holiday decorating. Native to the mountains of West Virginia, the Canaan Fir is a newcomer to the Christmas tree market and is less commonly found.

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Korean Fir

ABIES KOREANA

With its neat conical shape and dense, dark-green foliage with silvery undersides, the Korean Fir is a striking holiday choice. It offers strong needle retention, sturdy branches for ornaments, and a unique citrus-like fragrance. Native to North and South Korea, this long-lasting tree is growing in popularity and typically reaches heights of 15 to 30 feet.

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Douglas Fir

PSEUDOTSUGA MENZIESII

A holiday classic, the Douglas Fir features a full pyramid shape with soft, needle-like leaves in shades of blue-green to dark green. Known for its strong branches and rich fragrance, it’s a traditional choice for Christmas decorating. This versatile evergreen can grow up to 330 feet tall and makes up nearly half of all Christmas trees grown in the United States. Douglas fir are typically pre-cut, in our yard only.

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Norway Spruce

PICEA ABIES

The Norway Spruce is a fast-growing evergreen known for its dark green, needle-like leaves with pointed tips and a classic pine scent. Its sharp needles make it a great choice for households with cats. Though common in the U.S., this towering tree—reaching up to 180 feet—is native to Europe. Often producing an abundance of pinecones, it brings a natural decorative touch to the holiday season.

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Blue Spruce

PICEA PUNGENS

The Blue Spruce, also known as the Colorado Blue Spruce, is prized for its striking gray-blue needles that curve slightly upward. With dense foliage and a naturally symmetrical conical shape, it’s often considered the perfect Christmas tree. Its sharp needles pack a bite, making it a great option for those with curious cats. Native to the Rocky Mountains, this sturdy evergreen can grow up to 75 feet tall.

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White Spruce

PICEA GLAUCA

The White Spruce, also known as the Canadian Spruce, is a tall, sturdy evergreen reaching up to 130 feet. Its short, strong blue-green needles make it an excellent choice for holding lights and ornaments. With its sharp needles, it’s also a great option for households with cats. The White Spruce is a versatile and reliable option for festive decorating. Fun fact: This tree is also widely used in lumber production.

Tree Care

After carefully selecting the perfect tree, you want to keep your holiday centerpiece in top-top shape all season long. Check out tips & tricks below for keeping your live tree fresh and festive!

Make sure you cut-your-own tree or buy a pre-cut tree from a local grower. Some trees are cut up to 8 weeks before Christmas and shipped over long distances to reach their final holiday homes. At Friendly Acres, we bring in our pre-cut trees from local growers only a week before Thanksgiving and always offer a fresh-cut upon sale. 

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Avoid Heat Sources! When choosing that present-opening backdrop location, check for radiators or heat vents that could dry your tree out. If you can't avoid it, make sure your tree is not pressed up directly against a heat source. 

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Water, water, water! Much like flowers, fresh-cut trees will continue to drink water to stay perky and fresh. Try to avoid letting the water level drop below the base of the trunk. 

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Bonus Tip: All trees will eventually lose their luster, pick up one of our easy clean up tree bags to hide under your tree skirt or collar. At the end of the season, just slide the bag up and over all those needles and carry it out! Less mess to manage after a very messy holiday!

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