Firs are tall, symmetrical evergreen trees with pyramidal forms and flattish green needles which tend to be soft to the touch. They generally prefer cool, moist soil and cool temperatures and perform poorly in wet, poorly drained soils. The strong vertical lines of firs make them attractive landscaping elements and are best used as specimens with the lower branches unpruned, sweeping the ground.

Balsam Fir
Abies balsamea

Nikko Fir
Abies homolepis

Subalpine Fir
Abies lasiocarpa

Santa Lucia Fir
Abies bracteata

White Fir
Abies concolor