June 16, 2023 ID That Tree: Balsam Fir Purdue Extension Forestry & Natural Resources Strengthening lives and livelihoods.

The balsam fir—a variety most commonly found in the Northeast and Great Lake states—tops the list of most fragrant Christmas trees. Per O’Connor, the balsam fir is widely known for its ...

Second, balsam firs have thin bark that develops smooth blisters filled with sap. Either of these characteristics will help identify the tree, but the blisters are a slam-dunk.

Dozens of evergreens are sold as Christmas trees each year. The most popular varieties include the Fraser fir and the Eastern red cedar.

This year I made a tree fort for the winter by clearing the dead branches beneath a huge balsam fir and hauling in some old logs to sit on. It worked perfectly! During the snowstorm this past ...

Balsam Hill Berkshire Mountain Fir Trees 50% OFF With a dark evergreen color and a slim silhouette, the Berkshire Mountain fir is great for smaller spaces while still offering a classic look.

Want to fill your home with the smell of fresh pine, balsam, fir, or spruce this holiday season? Head to one of several festive Christmas tree farms near DC, where you can cut your own Christmas ...

Balsam Hill Berkshire Mountain Fir Trees 50% OFF With a dark evergreen color and a slim silhouette, the Berkshire Mountain fir is great for smaller spaces while still offering a classic look.

Some Minnesota Christmas tree growers are expecting the balsam fir variety to be in short supply this holiday season.

The insect threatens nearly 1.9 billion balsam fir trees in Michigan’s forests, as well as the 13.5 million fir trees produced annually in Michigan for Christmas trees.