Researchers have taken the best genetic characteristics of the Fraser fir, arguably the most popular choice for Christmas tree, and used them to create a tree that’s taller, prettier, and – ...

North Carolina's Fraser fir is a popular Christmas tree, but it's under threat from disease and scientists are racing to try to save it. North Carolina is a leading producer of Christmas trees, and ...

The aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene has left a heavy mark on Western North Carolina’s Christmas tree industry, a vital economic engine for the region. Avery County alone has reported the loss of ...

Looking for the perfect Christmas tree? During the holiday season, many families head to Rochester-area tree farms to cut their own tree. Each year, 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees are sold ...

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Christmas tree farms across Northeast Tennessee have opened for the season. Roan Valley Tree Farm has more than 25,000 trees with the option of pre-cut or choose-and-cut ...

Fraser fir is a beloved type of Christmas tree that also offers privacy, beauty, and wildlife value to gardens. The Fraser fir tree (Abies fraseri) is a comparatively rare sight in the wild.

North Carolina is a leading producer of Christmas trees, and the Cadillac of trees is their native Fraser fir. It is, though, an evergreen under siege. Paul Garber from member station WFDD reports on ...