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Enter the approximate length and width of the area you will be planting and click 'Calculate' to determine how many Abies balsamea you will need.
*Correct and successful spacing is complex and depends on project conditions.
Abies balsamea
Balsam Fir
- Pyramidal, open habit
- Very aromatic with emerald-green needles
- Upright, purple cones when young
- Ideal specimen plant
- Category: Evergreens
- Hardiness Zone: 2-5
- Height: 60-65 ft
- Spread: 20-26 ft
- Bloom Color: Non-Flowering
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Focal Point |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Specimen |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abies balsamea
To care for the Abies balsamea, or Balsam Fir, ensure it receives partial to full sunlight and is planted in well-drained, acidic soil. Water the tree regularly, especially during dry spells, and apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Regular pruning may help maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth.
