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6th January 2021. In line with the current government lockdown rules, Burncoose Nurseries is closed to visitors. However at present we are able to offer click and collect to local customers. This will be weekdays only, not weekends.
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ABIES nordmanniana
Commonly known as Fir
Tiered branches. Dense needles. Popular as a Christmas tree
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - densely arranged, glossy, rich green leaves, dull white beneath, 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) long
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Height - to 40m (130ft) -
Spread - to 6m (20ft)
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Conifer - ovoid-cylindrical, greenish brown cones to 15cm (6in) long with protruding bracts
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Tree - columnar in form
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Very hardy - Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - adelgids, honey fungus -
Place of origin - Caucasus, Turkey -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Leaf margin - Entire - see photos above -
Leaf shape - Linear - see photos above
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Spring
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Summer
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Winter
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
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Neutral to acid soil
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Tree Shape - Conical -
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Narrowly columnar
Abies - Growing Guide
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to 40m (130ft)
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to 6m (20ft) |
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.20
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