The true firs, called true firs to distinguish the wood from Douglas-fir, consist of more than 40 species in North America, but only seven species produce commercial lumber. In eastern North America, ...

Many of us are getting ready to pick out a Christmas tree, and if you’re anything like me you’ll be looking for a balsam fir (Abies balsamea). This tree has been used at Christmas for more than 400 ...

Consumers still have an array of choices as supplies tighten for some Christmas tree species. Michigan farms and tree lots offer an array of great Christmas tree choices. While it’s true that supplies ...