All of these evergreens—fir (Abies), pine (Pinus), and spruce (Picea)—lend different characteristics suitable for holiday decoration. You just need to know what you’re looking for. To help, we break down the features of some of the most popular Christmas tree picks so you can choose the variety that best suits your seasonal decor. Here are 12 types of Christmas trees to welcome into your living room: Selecting the perfect Fraser fir tree is easy, as this varietal tends to grow in near-perfect triangles and is stunning from any angle. When watered daily, Fraser firs will retain their scent and needles throughout the holiday season
Native Area: Southeastern North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7Height: 60 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full to partial sun
Native Area: Northwestern United StatesUSDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 6Height: up to 260 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun or part shade
Native Area: Rocky Mountains of North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 2 to 7Height: up to 70 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun
Native Area: Northwestern United StatesUSDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 6Height: Up to 200 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Part shade to full sun
Native Area: Northwestern United States and CanadaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 5Height: 50 to 60 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Western North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7Height: 30 to 50 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Northeastern United States and CanadaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8Height: 20 to 40 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Western North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 6Height: Up to 250 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Northern, Central, and Eastern EuropeUSDA Hardiness Zones: 2 to 7Height: 40 to 60 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Northern Europe and AsiaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 2 to 9Height: Up to 60 feet tall in the wildSun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Cultivated hybrid; parents are North American nativesUSDA Hardiness Zones: 6 to 10Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Native Area: Canada, northern U.S.USDA Growing Zones: 2–6Height: 40–60 feetSun Exposure: Full, Partial
