Balsam Fir 'Nova Scotia'

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Balsam Fir ‘Nova Scotia’

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Botanical Name: Abies balsamea ‘Nova Scotia’
Hardiness Zones: 3-5
Mature Height: 45-75'
Growth Rate: Slow
Seed Source: Nova Scotia

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36mm Jiffy Plug

Item # Age Height Available 50 250 500 1,000 2,500 5,000
FBNAG362Y03 2 Year 3 - 6" 3,304 2.98 2.91 2.49 2.07 1.93 1.79
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Description

Notes
The Balsam Fir ‘Nova Scotia’ is a pyramid/cone shaped fir that has a spire shaped top and flat, ark green needles with a white stripe up to 1 inch long. Many favor this tree for its fragrant aroma.

Uses
Balsam Fir are commonly used for Christmas trees, ornamental yard trees, landscaping trees.

Wildlife Value
The tree’s seed is enjoyed by wildlife animals including birds, squirrels, and mice. Shelter, cover, and food is also provided for whitetail deer and moose.

History & Lore
The Abies balsamea ‘Nova Scotia’ is known by multiple names. Some of the names include: ‘Balm of Gilead’, ‘Northern Balsam’, ‘Silver Pine’, and ‘Blister Fir’.

Hardiness Zones 3-5 Tree Type Conifer Tree Subtype Fir Mature Height 45-75' Mature Spread 25' Growth Rate Slow Seed Source New York
Sun Preference Full sun, part shade Soil PH Range 6.0-6.5 Soil Preference Acidic, moist, well drained, cool soil Tolerant Some salt Intolerant Humidity Diseases Canker, heart rot, needles rust, twig blight Pests Bark beetles, balsam wooly, spruce budworm

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