Spruces do not retain their needles for long, the needles are quite sharp, and the needles are not aromatic like those of ...

(A trait I certainly value, given that every year I end up finding pine needles in my bed come July.) The Canaan fir is probably my favorite on the list—namely because it checks all the boxes.

the Canaan fir is its own distinct species with attributes that make it very desirable as a Christmas tree, including its beautiful shape, strong piney scent and ability to retain its needles.