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Balsam fir
(abies balsamea)

Balsam Fir is a slow growing coniferous tree with dark green flat needles on top and silvery-white needles beneath which are resinous and fragrant. It can reach heights of 40-60' with spreading branches forming a handsome symmetical slender pyramid. It is mostly shade tolerant, and will grow in a variety of soils but prefers moist soils.

Wildlife Food & Cover:Good food-moose, squirrels & birds. Good cover-winter & summer

Flowers:NA

Fruit: Cones

Ecosystem:

Other: Commonly used as a christmas tree


Image Source: Anoka Conservation District