(Abies balsamea)
Balsam fir (Sapin baumier) is native to eastern Canada, and the only type of fir tree native to this region. Typically 15-20 m tall, with a dense conical shape. Leaves are needle-like but flat, 2-3cm long, dark green, with two white bands on the underside. Cones grow upright, 4-8cm long, with a dark purple colour. Tolerant of shade, as well as cold northern conditions. It is an important part of the northern boreal forest in which it thrives. The tree often has a wide spreading root system and can grow in wetter soils. A variety of Balsam fir known as the Canaan fir (Abies balsamea var. pharanolepis) is similar but is thought to be descended from a hybrid of Balsam fir and Fraser fir.
Germination: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Place in a cold fridge at 4C for 30-45 days. Sow in a pot 1cm below the earth, watering regularly to keep moist.
Packet contains at least 50 seeds.
Approximately 0.5g/50 seeds