The most aromatic is Balsam fir, which has blue-green needles, but the stiffer branches of Fraser, concolor, and Canaan firs are better at holding heavy ornaments.

2ndLookGraphics/Getty Images. The balsam fir—a variety most commonly found in the Northeast and Great Lake states—tops the list of best smelling Christmas trees. Per O’Connor, the balsam fir ...

Directions to make homemade balsam fir pillows for Christmas gifts, includes type of needles for pillows, types of design and fabric and sewing stitches. Originally published as "Give the Gift of ...

The Balsam fir tends to be the most fragrant, one of the reasons it’s among the most popular Christmas tree choices. If you pick one, make sure to check the water often, as they tend to dry out ...

All right little guy, we gotta go gather some balsam fir needles. I'll leave you to your day. This North American fir tree is spread from Newfoundland to Alberta, Minnesota to Maine, ...

Per O’Connor, the balsam fir is widely known for its strong Christmas tree scent. Another bonus of the balsam fir is that it’s hardy and tends to retain its needles better than some other ...

Northern balsam fir (Abies balsamea) have long, flattened needles with two distinct white lines on the undersides. These white lines house the stomata, small pores that open and close to control ...

Balsam fir can be distinguished from other conifers by its pointed, spire-like crown and flat, dark green needles, which are ¾-inch to 1½-inches long, with two silvery lines on the underside. These ...

Two unique characteristics are the balsam fir’s flat needles and cones that grow up not down like other trees. Smooth bark is another trait you can use to further confirm a balsams identity.

Pros: An off-shoot of balsam fir, Canaan (ka-NANE) fir is a soft-needled species that can vary in color from green to blue-green to silvery-green. Needles are short (about 1 inch) and have a ...

Lightly variegated needles of balsam fir. Many of us are getting ready to go pick out a Christmas tree, and if you're anything like me, you'll be looking for a balsam fir (Abies balsamea).