Noble Fir Live Seedlings – Abies procera, 8–14 Inches Tall

Bring the beauty and fragrance of the Pacific Northwest to your garden with a live Noble Fir (Abies procera) seedling. Known for its soft, fragrant blue-green to medium-green needles and naturally symmetrical pyramidal shape, Noble Fir is one of the most popular Christmas tree species in the western United States.

These 1-year-old seedlings are fully rooted in soil and measure approximately 8–14 inches tall when shipped.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Abies procera

• Common Name: Noble Fir

• Plant Type: Evergreen conifer

• Plant Age: 1 year old

• Shipped Height: Approximately 8–14 inches

• Root Condition: Fully rooted in soil

• USDA Hardiness Zone: 5

• Growth Rate: Slow to medium; can grow up to 2 feet per year under favorable conditions

• Mature Height: 50–100 feet or taller in the wild

Noble Fir Features

• Soft, fragrant needles in blue-green to medium-green shades

• Naturally symmetrical pyramidal to narrow growth habit

• Popular Christmas tree species in the western United States

• Native to the Cascade Mountains and Coast Range, from Washington to northwestern California

• Provides wildlife cover and wind protection

• Seeds are a food source for birds and squirrels

Growing Conditions

Noble Fir naturally grows in cooler environments and generally performs best in locations with cool, dry summers, well-drained soil, and good air circulation.

• Sunlight: At least 4 hours of direct sunlight daily

• Soil: Well-drained soil

• Climate: Prefers cool, dry summer conditions

• Airflow: Good air circulation is beneficial

Noble Fir can be challenging to maintain at lower elevations and in warm climates. The seller notes that trees planted at lower elevations may live only around 10–12 years. This species also does not like to remain in containers for long periods.

If you plan to grow your seedling in a container temporarily, consider a well-draining potting medium. We recommend our Potting Soil Mix for Plants That Require Well-Drained Soil.

Available Plant Options

This listing is for 1-year-old potted Noble Fir seedlings, 8–14 inches tall. Select your desired quantity from the available listing options, ranging from 1 to 100 plants.

Other Noble Fir sizes are available in separate listings:

• 3-year-old potted trees: 12–24 inches tall, rooted in soil, in 5" × 2⅜" pots.

• 2-year-old field-grown bare-root trees: 10–16 inches tall, with thicker caliper trunks and larger root systems. Bare-root trees are sold out until February 2027. Ordering is expected to reopen in late August 2026, with digging planned for late February 2027, weather permitting.

For pricing on larger wholesale quantities, please contact us.

Shipping & Plant Care on Arrival

• Free shipping to most locations.

• Larger boxes and shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, and remote areas may require an additional freight surcharge.

• Orders may be held when temperatures are above 89°F or below 20°F until conditions improve.

• Plants are inspected for quality before shipment.

Please contact us promptly if your plant arrives damaged. Take photographs of the package and plants so we can assist with the issue.

Please note: Plant height is approximate and may vary naturally. Growth and performance depend on climate, soil, and growing conditions. This is a young seedling, not a mature Christmas tree.