Looking for the right tree, but don't know which variety is right for you? This guide will help you decide which Christmas Tree species or types sold and grown in the United States is worth the price and has the properties you want.
Selection Guide to
the Most Common Christmas Tree Varieties:
Ratings:
5= best, 4= very good,
3= average,
2= fair, 1= worst
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| Firs | Pine | Spruces | ||||||
Douglas
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Balsam
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Fraser |
Scotch
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White
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White
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Norway
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Blue
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| Needle Holding (without water) |
4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Needle Holding (with water) |
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
| Firmness Branches | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Fragrance | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Needle softness | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Cost | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
* Balsam Fir & Pine needles generally cling onto branches tightly even after boughs have become dry. |
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Balsam Fir:
White Pine:
Blue Spruce:
Happy Tree shopping!
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