Scientific Name
Abies fraseri

Common Name
Fraser fir
Hardiness Zones: 4-7a
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun to light shade; moist well drained soil
Texture: Medium
Form: Narrow conical when young; dense
Height: 30 to 50’
Width: 15 to 25’
Leaf: 1" dark green needles
Flower/Fruit: 2.5" cones
Comments: Native; does not tolerate heat
Cultivars: --



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