Fraser Fir ‘Richland’
Botanical Name: Abies Fraseri ‘Richland’
Hardiness Zones: 4-7
Mature Height: 100'
Growth Rate: Slow
Seed Source: New York
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| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFHAG501Y01 | 1 Y | 1 - 3" |
| $4.82 | $4.17 | $3.52 | $2.87 | $2.66 | $2.44 | |
| FFHAG501Y03 | 1 Y | 3 – 6″ |
| $4.93 | $4.28 | $3.63 | $2.98 | $2.77 | $2.55 | |
| FFHAG501Y06 | 1 Y | 6 – 9″ |
| $5.04 | $4.39 | $3.74 | $3.09 | $2.88 | $2.66 | |
| FFHAG502Y03 | 2 Y | 3 – 6″ |
| $5.08 | $4.43 | $3.78 | $3.13 | $2.92 | $2.70 | |
| FFHAG502Y06 | 2 Y | 6 – 9″ |
| $5.19 | $4.54 | $3.89 | $3.24 | $3.03 | $2.81 | |
| FFHAG502Y09 | 2 Y | 9 – 12″ |
| $5.30 | $4.65 | $4.00 | $3.35 | $3.14 | $2.92 | |
Notes
Fraser Fir ‘Richland’ seed is grown and collected from a lower elevation. Overall, it grows better when in wetter soils.
Uses
Fraser Fir ‘Richland’ is commonly used as a household Christmas tree, for wreaths, and for timber.
Wildlife Value
Many red squirrels enjoy the Fraser Fir ‘Richland’ tree as they used the seed and bud for food.
History & Lore
The tree's name ‘Fraser Fir’ was given after the Scottish botanist, John Fraser (1750-1811).
Hardiness Zones
4-7
Tree Type
Conifer
Tree Subtype
Fir
Mature Height
100'
Mature Spread
15'
Growth Rate
Slow
Seed Source
New York
Sun Preference
Full sun
Soil PH Range
3.8-5.5
Soil Preference
Sandy loam, clay
Tolerant
Partial shade
Intolerant
Hot climate
Diseases
Root rot, canker
Pests
Balsam woolly adelgid
