Canaan Fir-Abies balsamea var. phanerolepis

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The Canaan Fir-Abies balsamea var. phanerolepis was originally found in West Virginia. It is an attractive medium-sized tree that generally reaches 50 feet in height and 30 feet in width. It is a stately fir that boasts dense, dark green to bluish fragrant foliage with excellent needle retention. Growth rate is considered moderate, growing 12 to 24 inches a year in full sun to part shade. Prefers average to moist, well drained soil. This specimen removes 204 lbs of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere per year and makes a popular Christmas tree.