The Noble Fir has long been considered an excellent Christmas tree because of its majestic beauty, rich fragrance and stiff branches. Once a Noble is cut, the tree has excellent needle retention and when properly cared for (see care instructions) a long lifespan in the home. The Kirk Company farms all of their Noble Fir from plantations. Noble bark is smooth when young. Noble Fir needles are strong though not prickly and usually over 1 inch long. They have a bluish-green tint on top but appear silver because of 2 white rows of stomata on the underside. Nobles are also used to make our Boughs as well as wreaths, door swags, garland and other Christmas greenery.