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Abies nordmanniana Caucasican fir
size/type
tall tree
usual height
12-18m
usual width
3-5m
leaves
evergreen conifer
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
mycorrhizal product
Ectovit (ectomycorrhizal)categorized
Description of the plant
Caucasian fir is perhaps the most beautiful conifer of our climate. No wonder that it is also a commercial bestseller as a Christmas tree. Its short needles densely cover the branches; they are deep green and very glossy, with silvery undersides. Fresh growths are intensely bright green.
The growth is dense, narrow, and conical, and very slow so believe us that every centimeter has its value. In mid summer it makes large cones that are pale reddish-brown and change to gray-brown later.
Last update 08-01-2009
Growing conditions and care
Firs like moist but well drained, acid soil, and sunny location with some shade from the hottest sun, if possible. Fully hardy to about -34°C (USDA zone 4).
