Abies fraseri: Fraser Fir Seeds

Zones: 4 to 7 Mature Height: 30-40 feet Similar to the Balsam Fir, but generally is found farther south. Symmetrically pyramidal form. 1/2 to 1-inch long, dark green needles. Widely used as a Christmas tree. Fraser Fir prefers well-drained, moist, acidic soils. It can benefit from some protection from dry, cold winter winds. How To Start These Seeds: Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours Stratification: Cold stratify for 30 days Germination: Sow seed 1/4 inch deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed Other: Fall sowing in mulched beds is often prefered to artificial strat and spring sowing. Seed Count Per Packet: This packet contains 40 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds. If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.