Tree Descriptions
Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri)
| Height: | 30-40’ |
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| Width: | 20-25’ |
| Growth Rate: | slow |
| Soil: | sand, loam |
| Moisture: | moist |
| Shade Tolerance: | part shade |
| Bloom Time: | N/A |
| Flower Color: | N/A |
| Uses: | Christmas |
| Spacing: | minimum 8’ x 8’ |
| Habitat: | Prefers moist, well-drained loamy soil and full sun. Will not tolerate high pH, extreme heat or extreme drought. |
| Notes: | Often browsed by deer, heat intolerant. |
Fraser fir is not native to Michigan but is commonly planted for Christmas trees or as accent or specimen trees in the landscape. Fraser fir is often damaged by deer.
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