The Most Popular Types of Christmas Trees

Fraser fir

The Fraser fir is one of the most popular Christmas trees in America. Most people choose this type of tree because it has excellent needle retention, meaning it will keep its needles for a long time without dropping them. It also has sturdy branches that can hold heavier ornaments, and doesn’t drop as many pine needles as other kinds of trees. However, the Fraser fir only grows naturally in the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee, which means it may be more expensive to transport to your area than other types of trees.

Norway spruce

Fraser fir (Abies fraseri) and the Norway spruce (Picea abies) are two of the most popular Christmas trees. The Fraser fir is more popular in the United States than the Norway spruce, but bear in mind that the species distribution is important here: Both types of trees will only thrive as far south as Virginia; further south they can grow, but they’re not likely to be happy.

The Fraser fir has been a hugely popular Christmas tree for decades now. It’s easy to see why: It smells terrific, it holds its needles very well and its shape is perfect for ornaments and decorations.

Norway spruce trees can be hard to find because they aren’t grown as commonly as Fraser firs. However, some people prefer their superior needle retention and natural conical form; in Europe, this is actually considered “the” traditional Christmas tree.

Noble fir

The noble fir is the tallest of the true firs. It’s one of the most beautiful trees and has a very nice, clean aroma. The branches are long, wide and flat, which are great to hang heavy ornaments on. You won’t have to worry about your decorations falling off if you choose a noble fir Christmas tree because it’s truly a sturdy tree. Noble firs hold their needles well if you keep them watered throughout December. Another bonus: they retain their great color even after they dry out.

If you’re looking for an excellent tree that is easy to decorate and will last all season long, then look no further than the noble fir Christmas tree!

Douglas fir

> Douglas fir is an evergreen coniferous tree.

> Douglas firs are medium-to-very large evergreens, reaching heights of 10 to 267 feet. Their trunks can be up to three feet in diameter. The leaves of the trees are needle-like and are arranged all around the branch rather than in clusters. They generally have a balsam scent, but some varieties don’t smell at all.

> The needles are soft and flat, with very little prick to them, which makes them great for families with young children or pets who might play rough with the tree. They’re also not particularly sharp, so they won’t irritate your skin or clothing when you brush against them regularly while decorating your home for Christmas.

> The branches of these trees are strong enough to hold heavy ornaments such as glass balls and tinsel garlands without bending out of shape over time—something that can’t always be said about other types of Christmas trees like pines or spruces! Many people prefer their symmetrical shape (which is often referred to as a “Christmas Tree Form”) because it allows for easy decorating as well as more space underneath when using large presents during gift giving season!“`

Balsam fir

This evergreen is a good option if you want to keep your tree a long time. Its natural fragrance and good needle retention give it a place on many Christmas shopping lists.

Balsam fir trees are native to the northeastern part of the United States and Canada. They thrive in cool climates and do not do well in warm or dry areas, so you’ll have to find one near where it’s grown or get it shipped.

Which Christmas tree you choose is about personal preference, but there are some things to know about the main types of trees popular for Christmas.

If you live in an area with a mild climate, and if you’d like to have a Christmas tree that lasts a long time (because it doesn’t get too messy), these are the trees that I recommend going with. They’re all wonderful, none of them are cheap, but they take the longest to look bad and none of them will die from neglect.