Growth Rate
Slow to Moderate: Canaan Fir typically has a slow to moderate growth rate. It can grow around 6 to 12 inches per year under optimal conditions.
Size
Mature Height: Generally reaches a height of 40 to 70 feet at maturity.
Mature Spread: It has a spread of 20 to 25 feet, forming a narrow, pyramidal shape.
Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH. It can tolerate a range of soil types but prefers those with good drainage.
Watering: Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, to maintain soil moisture.
Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-6.
Additional Considerations
Climate: Canaan Fir is native to the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada, where it is adapted to cold winters and cool summers.
Uses: It is commonly used as a Christmas tree and for ornamental landscaping due to its attractive form and aromatic foliage.