What do you do with balsam boughs?

While mature balsam fir is used primarily for pulp and saw timber, the young trees are used for Christmas trees. The flat, dense, dark green needles are well suited for wreaths and holiday decorations.

How do you harvest balsam boughs?

Balsam bough harvest guidelines Harvest only from trees more than 7 ft tall. Only remove boughs from bottom half of tree, leaving part of each pruned branch for regeneration. bough buyers: – 18-30 inches in length – Branch ends no larger than a pencil.

How do you harvest pine boughs?

Harvest boughs using a rotation process through your woodland, so you don’t harvest from the same area each year. When cutting boughs, be aware of where you make the cut. In order to encourage regeneration, boughs should be cut 3-4 feet from the tip of a branch (above the node).

How long do balsam boughs last?

This seals the pores on the leaves and bark and helps the foliage retain moisture. Fresh greenery will last indoors for about two weeks; it will last longer outdoors in cold climates. Display greenery out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources; mist with water daily to help the cuttings last.

How do you preserve pine boughs?

Preserving the live branches will allow you to enjoy them for months or years to come. The easiest way to preserve a foliage branch such as evergreen is to air dry it. This method avoids the use of dessicants like sand or silica, which may knock off needles during the preservation process.

What Christmas tree lasts the longest?

Fraser Fir
Great for strength: The strongest branch award goes to the Noble Fir. It’s strong, stiff branches will hold up even the heaviest of ornaments. Longest lasting: The longest-lasting tree (if you take care of it!) is the Fraser Fir.

Do you need a permit to buy balsam boughs?

Bough buyers will pay more for shorter boughs because there is less waste of time and resource when manufacturing into wreaths. Get a permit, written consent, or bill of sale! Permits are required for harvesting balsam boughs from public lands in Minnesota.

Are there any wholesale Christmas trees in Wisconsin?

We delight in providing beautiful, top quality, wholesale Wisconsin Christmas trees. To produce the best hand-made wreaths, garland, and other Christmas greens, we use fertilized boughs for the best color and needle formation.

What is a balsam fir tree used for in Minnesota?

While mature balsam fir is used primarily for pulp and saw timber, the young trees are used for Christmas trees. The flat, dense, dark green needles are well suited for wreaths and holiday decorations. Minnesota is a leader in the holiday wreath and greens industry.

Why manage the balsam resource?

Proper management of the balsam resource will enable the industry to continue to grow and be a source of income this year, next year, and in future years. The information provided here is for people who harvest balsam boughs in Minnesota.