Trees

There are many types of trees used for Christmas trees. In the Pacific Northwest, the most popular varieties are Douglas Fir and Noble Fir, with Fraser Fir and Norway Spruce not far behind.

Douglas Fir trees tend to be bushy and full and may take 8-10 years to grow to harvest size.

Noble Fir can be open or "cultured" to make a more bushy tree. These take much longer to grow, as much as 10 to 15 years before ready for harvest.

Norway Spruce is a bushy tree with small needles on stiff branches. It has a more blue-green color and is a good choice for heavier ornaments.