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The Fraser fir produces cones with a "bract" that extends past the scales, giving the cones the appearance of drooping on the branch. This is the biggest difference from the balsam firs, which do not have these visible cone bracts.

Swiss needlecast and rhabdocline needlecast are both fungal diseases that cause excessive needle drop of inner needles (usually sparing the newest needles at branch tips). The Noble Fir cones are ten to twenty-two centimeters long. The cones are yellowish-green initially and turn brown as they mature. The Pine tree loosely resembles an irregular triangle because of its rounded canopy. The shape is not so well defined and has jagged edges. Like almost everything else in life, learning the difference between pine, spruce, and fir requires an investment of time and energy. In this article you can expect to see some pictures paired with descriptions and an organized approach examining the nuggets of information.Pine needles are relatively long, soft, and grow in clusters. Spruce needles are shorter and sharper and don’t grow in clusters. It’s also important to keep in mind with this particular type of conifer that naming conventions for plants can be confusing. I’m still in the habit of referencing plants by their common name, but the only way to be truly accurate with the variety of plants out there is to use their Latin, or botanical, name.

Douglas firs may turn brown, lose excessive needles or die when subject to severe environmental factors such as drought, winter desiccation or poorly-drained soil. Fungal infections or pest infestations can be diagnosed by careful analysis, such as by the observation of fruiting bodies on needles. April to late August is suitable for pruning many conifers. Most conifers will not regrow from old, bare wood (yew is an exception), so lightly trim or remove new growth tips to control size. Before a conifer becomes too tall, prune the top off the main vertical trunk to slow further upward growth.Although the grand fir is a type of softwood tree, its wood is strong and cut into timber. Often wood from grand firs is used in the construction industry for frames and other wooden indoor structures. The Fraser Fir typically grows to a height of 6 to 7 feet in an equivalent number of years. So the growth rate establishes to 1 foot/year. If you propose to plant a bare root or balled Fir tree, rehydrate the tree by dipping the roots in water for a couple of hours. Then plant the Fir tree in the appropriate ground. Do not plant too deep in the soil. The best time for this kind of plantation is early fall or winter. That last point is an easily identifiable feature of fir trees, one that’s excellent to keep in mind!