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Fraser Fir Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit
BOTANICAL NAMEAbies fraseri
USD 14.99
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The Fraser fir is the classic, fragrant Christmas tree — a rewarding long-term project to start from seed.
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Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily)
33-40F (cold stratification)
USDA Zones 4-7 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)
THE PLANT NOTEBOOK
Fraser Fir care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Abies fraseri
- Common names
- She-Balsam
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Genus
- Abies
- Species
- A. fraseri
Start growing
Requires cool, moist climates and well-drained acidic soil. Difficult in hot lowlands.
Growing with your kit
Use the Seeds In A Cup® greenhouse to maintain the cool humidity these mountain seeds require.
Propagation
By seed.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Slow growing; retains needles long after cutting.
Growing conditions
High elevation cool forests.
Weather & tolerances
Cold tolerant; low heat/drought tolerance.
Pests & plant health
Balsam woolly adelgid (major threat).
Plant safety
Safe.
Botanical features
A small evergreen conifer with soft, dark green needles with silver undersides. Pleasant turpentine scent.
Varieties
Standard native species.
Garden & everyday uses
The 'Cadillac' of Christmas trees
Native range & distribution
Native only to the Appalachian Mountains (NC, TN, VA).
Conservation
Endangered in the wild due to pests and climate change.
Name origins
Named after Scottish botanist John Fraser.
History
Discovered by John Fraser in the late 18th century.
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Catalog variants
- SIAC-TGK-144 — USD 14.99 · Out of stock
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Do Fraser Fir Tree seeds need cold stratification?
Yes — Fraser Fir Tree seeds are raw and untreated, so they need a cold, moist rest to break dormancy. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the lid, and chill the planter in the refrigerator for several weeks, then move it somewhere warm and bright.
How long do Fraser Fir Tree seeds take to germinate?
Fraser Fir Tree seeds typically sprout in 30-60 days at 33-40F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.
Growing details are supplied in the Seeds In A Cup product catalog. Follow the instructions included with your specific kit.
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