What is a Noble Fir?
Noble Fir Abies procera Rehd. The noble fir is perhaps the most recognized species of Christmas tree. These beautiful trees have stood the test of time and have been used in everything from Christmas trees to WW2 RAF Mosquito plane. All of the noble trees come from the Siskiyou Mountains in the northern parts of California, Washington and Oregon. Most of the trees sold around Christmas time come from Oregon so it’s no surprise Noble has become one of the most sought after and recognizable tress; a staple of the Christmas tree tradition. The Noble Fir is a tall beautiful tree and a perfect example of symmetry. Some Noble Firs’ can grow to over 200 ft. The bark is smooth and has some resin filled blisters, creating that wonderful smell we associate with Christmas. The needles are much like the Spruce in that they have a bluish tint on the over side and a white silver on the underside. The lowest branches of the tree are often exposed because the trees needle face upward. Once a tree is p
