{"product_id":"blue-balsam-fir-cooks-blue-abies-balsamea-seeds-200-seeds-fragrant-evergreen-christmas-tree-bonsai","title":"Blue Balsam Fir ‘Cooks Blue’ – Abies balsamea Seeds | 200 Seeds | Fragrant Evergreen | Christmas Tree | Bonsai","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eBlue Balsam Fir ‘Cooks Blue’ (Abies balsamea) is a beautiful blue-tinged selection of the classic balsam fir. Seed-grown trees may vary from deep green to silvery-blue, with blue coloration often intensifying as trees mature. This selection has also demonstrated improved heat tolerance compared to the straight species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eBalsam Fir is an aromatic, narrow pyramidal evergreen conifer with a graceful spire-like crown. Mature trees typically grow 50–70 feet tall and 15–25 feet wide. The flattened, glossy needles are dark green above with distinctive white bands beneath and release a fresh balsam fragrance when crushed — one reason this species is among the most popular Christmas trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eSmooth gray bark features raised resin blisters containing aromatic sap. Upright purple cones form high in the crown and disintegrate at maturity, leaving the central spike — a defining trait of true firs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eExcellent for landscape specimens, windbreaks, reforestation projects, Christmas tree plantings, or bonsai in early stages. Ideal for colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e✔️ 200 Blue Balsam Fir ‘Cooks Blue’ seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e✔️ Botanical name: Abies balsamea\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e✔️ Open-pollinated seeds (natural color variation expected)\u003cbr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e✔️ Untreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eCommon Name: Blue Balsam Fir\u003cbr data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eBotanical Name: Abies balsamea\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen conifer\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eMature Height: 50–75 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eSpread: 15–25 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eShape: Narrow pyramidal\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eSun: Full sun to part shade (best in full sun)\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSoil: Rich, slightly acidic, consistently moist, well-drained soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 3–7\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Low\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e⚠️ Best suited for cool climates. Not recommended for hot, humid regions south of Zone 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eSeed Germination Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eSoak seeds in water for 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eCold stratify 30–45 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eSow 1\/4 inch deep in well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eKeep evenly moist until germination occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47850332520689,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify7_52.jpg?v=1772263300","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/blue-balsam-fir-cooks-blue-abies-balsamea-seeds-200-seeds-fragrant-evergreen-christmas-tree-bonsai","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}