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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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EvergreenDensely arranged, glossy, rich green leaves, dull white beneath, 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) long
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HeightTo 40m (130ft)
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SpreadTo 6m (20ft)
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ConiferOvoid-cylindrical, greenish brown cones to 15cm (6in) long with protruding bracts
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TreeColumnar in form
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
ABIES nordmanniana
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesAdelgids, honey fungusPlace of originCaucasus, Turkey
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLinear
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Tree ShapeConicalNarrowly columnar
Abies - Growing Guide
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