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Balsam Fir Tree 20/40cm (2L)

Abies balsamea

£18.99

Balsam Fir, Abies balsamea, is a charming conifer with a classic Christmas tree shape. This aromatic tree boasts dense, dark green needles with silvery undersides, creating a lovely two-tone effect. Its neat, pyramidal shape and fragrant foliage make it an elegant addition to gardens of all sizes.

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  • ✓ Classic Christmas tree shape with dense, aromatic foliage, perfect for festive gardens
  • ✓ Two-tone foliage with dark green needles and silvery undersides for year-round visual interest
  • ✓ Moderate growth rate and naturally pyramidal, ideal for larger gardens or as a specimen tree
  • ✓ Cold-hardy and adaptable, perfect for UK gardens seeking a touch of North American forest charm
  • ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier

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The Balsam Fir – Abies balsamea is a truly captivating conifer that brings a touch of North American forest beauty to UK gardens. Native to the northeastern United States and Canada, this tree has adapted well to British conditions, offering year-round interest with its distinctive features and classic Christmas tree form.

One of the most striking characteristics of the Balsam Fir is its aroma. The needles release a delightful balsamic fragrance when crushed, filling the air with a refreshing, festive scent. This aromatic quality makes it a popular choice for Christmas trees and adds a sensory dimension to the garden experience.

The foliage of the Balsam Fir is equally appealing. The needles are a rich, glossy dark green on top, with silvery-white bands underneath. This two-tone effect becomes particularly noticeable when the branches move in the breeze, creating a shimmering, almost magical appearance.

In terms of form, the Balsam Fir naturally grows into a neat, pyramidal shape. It’s a moderate-growing tree, typically reaching heights of 10-20 metres in UK gardens over several decades. This growth rate, combined with its classic conical form, makes it an excellent choice for larger gardens or as a specimen tree in expansive landscapes.

The Balsam Fir is also known for its cold hardiness, a trait that serves it well in UK winters. It can withstand temperatures well below freezing without damage, often looking its best when dusted with snow, which settles beautifully on its tiered branches.

In garden design, the Balsam Fir is versatile. Its size allows it to serve as a grand focal point or a natural backdrop in larger spaces. It’s equally effective in grouped plantings, where its evergreen presence provides structure year-round. The tree also works well in naturalistic garden designs or areas meant to evoke a woodland feel.

 

UK Grown. Supplied approx 20/40cm tall in a 2 litre pot.

Season of Interest

Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun


Pot Size

2 litre

Foliage

Evergreen

Foliage Colour

Green

Hardiness

-20°C and below (H7)

When Mature

Safety

Contact Dermatitis, Pollen Allergies

Watering

Moderate

Preferred Soil Type

Any well drained soil

Preferred Soil pH

Acidic


Edible Plant
UK Grown

Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.

You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.

With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.

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Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.

Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.

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Delivery charges will be based on the highest applicable rate from our rate table, determined by the items in your order.
Alternatively, we offer the option to collect your items in person by prior arrangement.
These prices are based on delivery to UK Mainland. Delivery to Highlands & Islands will be more.
Delivery Class Delivery Cost
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £0.95 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £2.10 (Flat)
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)This item
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) £4.49 (Flat)This item
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Pallet Courier £90.00 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £28.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) £24.95 (Flat)
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier£90.00 (Flat)

We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.

We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.

We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.

Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010

You can view our Plant Healthy report here.

We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.

Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.