How to Decorate a Fir Tree
As the season approaches, many people use a Fir tree in preparation for the holidays. Many find, however, that the decorating of the tree is never as easy as it looks. Traditionally, a Fir tree will have four main types of decorations: lights, ... [... more]
Do It Yourself |
My butterfly and hummingbird garden
Originally, this garden consisted of a grape vine and an arbor to support it. I discovered a burl in my woods, which once lived as part of a giant Douglas Fir tree, a few hundred years ago. I thought it would look nice displayed beneath my arbor, ... [... more]
The Garden Helper |
Build A Copper Pipe Trellis
I appreciate the cool shade of the towering fir trees in my suburban Portland garden, but my flowers don't. The roses sprawl toward the east in search of morning sun, and the delphiniums lean longingly toward the light. To support my wandering ... [... more]
Fine Gardening |
For more free fun, try these projects
Here is a very easy project for kids of many levels and abilities to try, including those with learning and physical challenges and disabilities. A bit of background on the bookmark first, though: This is a Korean Fir Tree and when mature will ... [... more]
Bella Online |
Pines and Spruces for Landscape Use
Pine, spruce, and fir trees get lots of attention when decorating for the holiday season. In the landscape, they offer some contrast to the bleak winter landscape, in addition to the benefits of providing windbreaks and wildlife cover. While now ... [... more]
University of Illinois Extension |
Fir Tree - Symbol of Fertility - Conception
The fir tree has been a symbol of fertility in many cultures, for its ability to last through long winters. The fir tree has been a symbol of fertility in many cultures, for its ability to last through long winters. - Fir Tree - Symbol of ... [... more]
Bella Online |
Selecting and caring for your Christmas tree
A guide to the selection and care of living and cut Christmas trees. The Christmas tree dates back to 16th century Germany. Families decorated fir trees with colored paper, fruits and sweets. The tradition spread through Europe and was brought to ... [... more]
The Garden Helper |
Freddie the Little Fir Tree
 Freddie the Little Fir Tree [... more]
$0.89
Buy.com |
Noble Fir 15 Seeds - Abies procera - Bonsai or Outdoors
Features: Nobe Fir (Abies procera), Grow your own Christmas Tree! Hardy in Zones 5-9 Also makes a great bonsai Prefers moist soil 15 Seeds [... more]
Amazon.com |
Abies fraseri: Fraser Fir Seeds
Features: Packet contains 40 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds. Symmetrical pyramidal form. 1/2 to 1-inch long, dark green needles. Widely used as a Christmas tree. Thrives in zones 4 to 7 in sun and moist, well-drained soil. Similar to the Balsam Fir, but [... more]
Amazon.com |
Gathering 'round the Old Fir Tree
Gathering 'round the Old Fir Tree [... more]
$0.89
Buy.com |
- 7.5' Pre-Lit Louisiana Fir Tree
- 7.5' Pre-Lit Louisiana Fir Tree [... more]
$339.99
Target |
