Noble fir
Noble fir navigation
Introduced into Britain in 1830, the noble fir – or Abies procera – is a native of the forests of Washington and Oregon. Like the Douglas fir, this species was introduced by David Douglas.
It's often used in Europe for making wreaths and regarded as a decorative species. In Denmark it's often the preferred species for Christmas trees.
Facts and statistics
Here are some interesting facts about noble fir.
Can reach 45 metres in height.
Long (25mm) upswept bluish-grey needles at right angles to the twig.
Large upright cones with downturned feathery bracts.
Pale grey to purplish, smooth bark.
Western North America.
The noble fir has been planted on a very limited scale in wetter, western parts of Britain. Its timber is hard and close-grained and often used for interior joinery.