Learn About Types of Christmas Trees
In 2010, we joined the National Christmas Tree Association in celebrating the 500th Anniversary of the first known decorated Christmas tree, and we invite you to learn more about this important anniversary.
Trees Available at Richardson Christmas Tree Farm:
We have trees up to 8 feet or higher in all varieties, but the tallest trees get harvested in the earlier weekends.
Douglas Fir
Douglas Fir-The Douglas Fir has light green, short, soft needles, medium-strong branches, and very good needle retention. $59. We have these trees available up to 8' in height.
Fraser Fir
Fraser Fir-A favorite with many families, the Fraser Fir has soft 1" needles, medium-strong branches, good needle retention, a dark blue-green color, and pleasant aroma. $59. We have these trees available up to 7' in height.
Blue Spruce
Blue Spruce-The Blue Spruce, as it's name suggest, has a bluish-gray to bluish-green color, very stiff needles 1" long and very sharp, very strong branches, and the best needle retention of the spruces. $59. We have these trees available up to 7' in height.
Canaan Fir
Canaan Fir- The Canaan Fir derives its name from the original trees found in a limited area of West Virginia referred to as the Canaan Valley. The tree is very simlar to the Fraser Fir, with soft 1" needles, medium-strong branches, very good needle retention, and great green color. $59. We have these trees available up to 7' in height.
Concolor Fir
Concolor Fir- The Concolor Fir has 1 1/2" soft, thick, needles, medium-strong branches, very good needle retention, a pleasing natural shape and aroma. $59. We have these trees available up to 7' in height.
White Pine
White Pine- The White Pine has soft needles 3" or longer, soft branches, excellent needle retention, and a light, pine aroma. These trees are not likely to bother allergies. $53. We have these trees available up to 8' in height.
Scotch Pine
Scotch Pine-The Scotch Pine is a similar tree, but the needles are medium length, stiffer needles, strong branches, and the tree offers excellent needle retention. $53. We have these trees available up to 7' in height.
To learn more about Christmas trees, their growing patterns, potential height, and more, please visit the National Christmas Tree Association website at http://www.christmastree.org.