Abies balsamea
Balsam Fir
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
14 - 23m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Sensitive
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Residential
Native to Ontario:
Native to Central Canada:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes