WHITE FIR
- A flattened silvery blue-green needle
- Needles 2 to 3 inches long
- Citrus smell is present when the needle is broken.
- ·Beautifully layered and moderately dense.
- Strong sturdy branches
As a Christmas tree, white fir has good foliage color, a
pleasing natural shape and aroma, and good needle retention. |
RED FIR
- Waxy sheen on their dense, silvery-blue needles
- Needles 2-3 inches long
- Open layering as in the traditional German Christmas
tree
- Very strong branches
- Pleasant aroma
- Excellent needle retention
Silvertips are considered by many to be the premier Christmas
tree. |