Species Fraser Fir
A tree filled with dark-green leaves and light-green cones.

Fraser Fir

Abies fraseri

Also Known As - Southern Fir
The Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri) is an amazing tree species with many great qualities. It is a dense evergreen conifer native to the Appalachian mountains. Its pyramidal shape and glossy dark green needles, that curve upward, make it a beautiful and popular Christmas tree. Its needles are short, soft, flat and pleasant to the touch. It has been found to be highly resistant to pests, diseases, and environmental stress. Additionally, it has superior winter hardiness and a strong wood that produces very little sap. This incredible species is perfect for a variety of evergreen applications and is guaranteed to bring a unique and beautiful look to any landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Seed Propagation,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Tissue Culture

Hardiness Zone:

6

Flowers:

No flowers, Brown Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade,filtered shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Cones:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Moderate

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri) should be watered once every 2 weeks in the spring and summer. In the fall and winter, Fraser Fir should be watered only when the top few inches of soil become dry (around once a month). Water thoroughly until water runs out of the drainage holes. It is important to check the plant's soil moisture levels before watering to ensure that the soil doesn't become too wet.

sunlight

Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri) plants require full sun to thrive and will benefit from at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This species usually does better in cooler climates, where it will receive partial or filtered light for the remainder of the day. It is important to remember that during the summer months, when the days are longer, Fraser Fir can still become stressed from too much exposure to sunlight, especially when temperatures are very high. To avoid sunscald or other damage, make sure to give your Fraser Fir some shade in the afternoon or on particularly hot days.

pruning

Pruning should generally be done in late winter or early spring, when the Fraser Fir tree is dormant. Otherwise, it is best to prune in the summer. Pruning should be done lightly, taking no more than 10-15% of the tree's foliage away. This will allow the tree time to heal and put its energy into new growth and development. If you have to prune more than that, divide it up over several years.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Abies fraseri typically start flowering in April.

Hardiness Map