{"title":"Fir Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFir trees are elegant, evergreen conifers valued for their soft, dense needles and striking symmetrical form. Ranging from compact garden specimens to towering forestry species, fir trees suit everything from sheltered woodland planting to open, exposed sites where suitable species thrive. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur range includes the classic, richly coloured Nordmann Fir, popular as a seasonal specimen, alongside taller forestry species such as Grand Fir and European Silver Fir. Whether you're planting for ornamental impact, shelter, or long-term woodland diversification, our fir trees offer a reliable, versatile choice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"noble-fir-abies-nobilis","title":"Noble Fir Tree (Abies Nobilis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNoble Fir (Abies nobilis) is a hardy evergreen conifer tree, valued among fir trees for its excellent frost resistance and ability to cope with exposed sites. Noble Fir grows best on fresh to moist mineral soils in a sheltered to moderately exposed position, and while it tolerates more wind and cold than species such as Douglas fir and Grand Fir, it establishes best with full sun or partial shade. Growth can be slow in the early years but speeds up considerably once established, eventually producing a tall, stately conifer tree. Left to mature, Noble Fir can reach up to 45 metres in height, making it a valuable species for forest diversification as well as large scale ornamental planting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore frost resistant than many other fir trees, Noble Fir is a reliable choice for cooler, more exposed sites where other conifers may struggle to establish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce established, Noble Fir grows into an impressive, long lived conifer tree, valued both for ornamental planting and increasingly for forestry diversification schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alba Trees","offers":[{"title":"15","offer_id":52270674149712,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":52270674182480,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"105","offer_id":52270674215248,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"510","offer_id":52270674248016,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1005","offer_id":52270674280784,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pk of 4","offer_id":52270674313552,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Gift Tree","offer_id":52270674346320,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9576\/1232\/files\/alba-trees-noble-fir-abies-nobilis-1654007978noble-fir.jpg?v=1764853739"},{"product_id":"european-silver-fir-abies-alba","title":"European Silver Fir Tree (Abies Alba)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuropean Silver Fir (Abies alba) is among the tallest conifer trees in Europe, a hardy and cold resistant fir tree native to mountain ranges stretching from the Pyrenees to the Alps, Carpathians and Balkans. European Silver Fir grows best in moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil in full sun, though it also tolerates semi shade and can survive slow growth in deeper shade while waiting for a gap in the canopy. Growth is slow in the first few years after germination but speeds up considerably afterwards, with favourable sites seeing height increases of a metre or more annually. Left to mature, European Silver Fir can reach up to 50 metres in height, and its strong, lightweight timber is valued for plywood, furniture and other uses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest suited to sheltered sites, European Silver Fir cannot tolerate strong wind exposure or air pollution, so sheltered, north facing slopes suit this conifer tree well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRequiring no pruning and producing biodegradable needle litter, European Silver Fir is a low maintenance choice among fir trees for woodland and forestry planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alba Trees","offers":[{"title":"15","offer_id":52270674379088,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":52270674411856,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"105","offer_id":52270674444624,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pk of 4","offer_id":52270674477392,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Gift Tree","offer_id":52270674510160,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9576\/1232\/files\/alba-trees-silver-fir-abies-alba-1654606685abal.jpg?v=1764853770"},{"product_id":"pacific-silver-fir-abies-amabilis","title":"Pacific Silver Fir Tree (Abies Amabilis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacific Silver Fir (Abies amabilis) is a shade tolerant evergreen conifer tree, valued among fir trees for its handsome, glossy dark green needles with silvery undersides. Best suited to sheltered, moist sites, Pacific Silver Fir does not cope well with exposure or drought, and grows poorly on peat or very dry soils, making thoughtful site selection important for successful establishment. Once settled into suitable conditions, this conifer tree develops a dense, elegant crown that provides valuable shelter for birds and other wildlife through the year. Left to mature, Pacific Silver Fir can reach up to 45 metres in height, forming an impressive specimen for larger, sheltered gardens and woodland schemes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs one of the more shade tolerant fir trees, Pacific Silver Fir is well suited to underplanting and mixed woodland schemes where other conifers may struggle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest planted on moist, sheltered ground, Pacific Silver Fir rewards careful site selection with a long lived, elegant conifer tree for woodland and specimen planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alba Trees","offers":[{"title":"15","offer_id":52270675394896,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":52270675427664,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"105","offer_id":52270675460432,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pk of 4","offer_id":52270675493200,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Gift Tree","offer_id":52270675525968,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9576\/1232\/files\/alba-trees-pacific-silver-fir-1654606670abam.jpg?v=1764853898"},{"product_id":"grand-fir-abies-grandis","title":"Grand Fir Tree (Abies Grandis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrand Fir (Abies grandis) is a fast growing evergreen conifer tree, among the tallest of the fir trees and increasingly popular for forest diversification on upland sites across the UK. Preferring well drained soils, Grand Fir does not tolerate waterlogged ground, but is more shade tolerant than many other conifers, making it well suited to underplanting and mixed woodland schemes. Glossy, dark green needles release a distinctive citrus scent when crushed, and the tree's dense, pyramidal habit provides valuable shelter for birds and other wildlife. Left to mature, Grand Fir can reach up to 70 metres in height, making it one of the largest conifer trees suited to UK growing conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore shade tolerant than species such as Noble Fir, Grand Fir is well suited to continuous cover forestry and mixed conifer planting schemes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFast growing and adaptable, Grand Fir is a valuable choice for foresters seeking productive, diversified planting on well drained upland sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alba Trees","offers":[{"title":"15","offer_id":52270675591504,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":52270675624272,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"105","offer_id":52270675657040,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pk of 4","offer_id":52270675689808,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Gift Tree","offer_id":52270675722576,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9576\/1232\/files\/alba-trees-grand-fir-abies-grandis-1654606653abgr.jpg?v=1764853921"},{"product_id":"white-fir","title":"White Fir Tree (Abies Concolor)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Fir (Abies concolor) is a striking evergreen conifer tree, admired for its soft, silvery blue needles and elegant, symmetrical form. This hardy fir tree offers subtle seasonal interest with upright cones and aromatic foliage that can attract birds seeking shelter, bringing structure and colour to the garden throughout the year. A hardy and adaptable species, White Fir is known for its tolerance of colder conditions, though young trees benefit from some protection against very strong, exposed winds. Naturally growing into a tall, stately tree, White Fir is best suited to medium to large gardens with space to develop, thriving in well drained soil with minimal pruning required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHighly frost hardy, White Fir copes well with colder UK conditions, making this conifer tree a reliable choice for exposed or upland gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow maintenance once established, this fir tree steadily grows into a beautiful focal point, reaching heights of up to 20 metres or more over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alba Trees","offers":[{"title":"4","offer_id":52845139099984,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15","offer_id":52845139132752,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":52845139165520,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"105","offer_id":52845139198288,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"510","offer_id":52845139231056,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1005","offer_id":52845139263824,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9576\/1232\/files\/WhiteFir_8ed048e3-1d61-455f-9610-a4fda26d8b09.jpg?v=1774345714"},{"product_id":"nordmann-fir","title":"Nordmann Fir Tree (Abies Nordmanniana)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNordmann Fir (Abies nordmanniana) is a classic evergreen conifer tree, prized for its lush, dark green needles and beautifully symmetrical shape. Among the most popular fir trees for ornamental planting, Nordmann Fir holds its soft, glossy foliage well throughout the year, making it a long lasting choice for gardens and a timeless seasonal gift. Rather than showy flowers, Nordmann Fir produces upright cones and dense branches that provide excellent shelter for birds and other wildlife. 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