Fast-growing Christmas tree species are the perfect choice for people who want to decorate their homes with a fresh tree without having to wait too long. These trees tend to be more expensive than slower-growing varieties, but they can save you time and money in the long run because they don’t have to be replanted as often.
Fast-growing Christmas tree species include:
Balsam Fir
The Balsam Fir is one of the most popular types of Christmas trees because it is so easy to grow. They are native to Canada and grow well in cooler climates. They do not need much care at all and will survive with just about any type of soil or climate conditions as long as there is plenty of sunlight and water available for them throughout their lives. These trees can grow up to 4 feet per year if they receive proper care from their owners. These trees also add some great color to any home during the holiday season with their beautiful deep green leaves that turn golden brown during winter months when temperatures begin dropping below freezing overnight across North America’s northern regions where these trees typically
Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri)
Native to western North America, this tree is also known as Pacific Silver Fir or White Mountain Fir. It grows up to 100 feet tall and has stiff branches that spread outward at the top of each branch like a pyramid shape when mature. Its needles are about 1 inch long with blunt tips, which can be as wide as 3 inches long! Fraser Firs’ cones grow up to 4 inches long with soft scales that have rounded
Scotch pine (Pinus sylvestris)
The Scotch pine is one of the most popular Christmas trees grown in the United States and Europe, according to Colorado State University Extension. It has a soft, full shape and is easy to decorate. The Scotch pine grows quickly and reaches heights of 50 feet or more within 10 years if planted in an open area with plenty of sunlight and water.
White spruce (Picea glauca)
White spruce trees are native to North America and grow best in cooler climates like Canada, Alaska and northern New England, according to the National Arbor Day Foundation. They have dark green needles that turn yellowish brown in winter. These trees reach heights between 30 feet and 80 feet tall within five years if planted in full sun conditions with adequate moisture levels.
Silver-tip Fir
A silver-tip fir can grow up to 20 feet (6 meters) tall in its first year and typically reaches about 50 feet (15 meters) at maturity. The silver-tip fir gets its name from its silvery-white underside on new growth needles that emerge from the stem tips of this evergreen tree. The needles turn dark green when mature, but they don’t get too thick like some other evergreens do — making them great for tight spaces.
The Colorado blue spruce
The Colorado blue spruce is another fast-growing Christmas tree option that can reach heights of up to 60 feet (18 meters) in just three years! This evergreen species has flattened needles that give it an appearance similar to a Norway spruce, but it’s actually quite different (and easier) to grow than Norway spruces.