Description
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Latin Name: Abies fraseri
Common Name: Fraser Fir
Zone: 4-7
Mature Height: Fraser fir typically reaches a mature height of about 30 to 50 feet. Under optimal conditions, some specimens can grow even taller, occasionally reaching up to 80 feet. Fraser fir generally has a moderate growth rate. Under ideal conditions, it can grow about 12 to 24 inches per year during its early years. However, growth may slow as the tree matures, particularly in less-than-optimal conditions. Factors such as soil quality, moisture, and light availability can significantly influence its growth rate.
Soil/ Climate: Prefers well-drained, acidic soils and thrives in cool, moist environments. Sandy loam or loam: These soil types provide a good balance of drainage and moisture retention. Compacted soils can hinder root growth and water infiltration. Fraser fir prefers loose, friable soils that allow for good root expansion.
Notes: Widely used as a Christmas tree due to its excellent needle retention and pleasant fragrance. It is also valued for ornamental landscaping. Fraser Fir buds later than Balsam fir, and thus more tolerant of early spring frosts. Does better in dry conditions than Balsam. Easily transplanted with root pruning. Its mild fragrance, shape, strong limbs, and ability to retain its soft needles (which do not prick easily when hanging ornaments) for a long time when cut make it one of the best trees for this purpose.
Problems: Fraser fir can face several common problems, primarily related to pests, diseases, and environmental conditions Balsam Woolly Adelgid is one of the most significant threats to Fraser fir. It feeds on the tree’s sap, leading to crown decline and overall tree health deterioration. Fungal diseases can cause needle drop and discoloration. Keeping trees well-spaced and pruned helps improve air circulation and reduce disease spread. Waterlogged areas can also cause root rot which affects the roots and can lead to tree mortality. Good drainage is essential for prevention.
Wildlife: Fraser fir provides important habitat and food sources for various wildlife species. White-tailed Deer browse on the young shoots and foliage, particularly in winter when other food sources are scarce. Black Bears may feed on the cones and young foliage of Fraser fir. Squirrels: Both red and gray squirrels utilize Fraser fir for food and nesting, often eating the seeds from its cones. Various bees and other pollinators are attracted to the flowers of Fraser fir during its reproductive phase. Butterflies and Moths may also be found in the vicinity, benefiting from the shelter and food sources provided by the trees.
Cold Stream Farm supplies Fraser Fir trees which are grown as bare root seedlings and transplants and sold both wholesale and retail with no minimum order.
Additional information on Abies fraseri can be found on the link: USDA Plants Database
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