Abies nordmanniana
Nordmann fir, Caucasian fir
Notes:
Not recommended for Sunset zone 37 (stops at 34, 39). Being native to the Caucasus and Asia Minor, this fir adapts well to the humid mid-Atlantic climate; it is easier to grow (here) than other firs. Deer resistance is debated. Taprooted.
Holds branches to ground.
Sources: UFL, Sunset, Stoecklein, Cal Poly, UConn, Missouri BG, AHS.
Tags:
acidic soil preferred
alkaline soil intolerant
aromatic foliage
aromatic twigs/bark
attracts:birds (ex-humming)
attracts:mammals
branches strong
clay tolerant
dense canopy
drought tolerant
easy to grow
exposure:full sun
exposure:part shade
fine texture
fire risk high
form:tree
habit:conical/pyramidal
litter:minimal
long-lived
persistence:evergreen
pest/disease free
PHS Gold Medal Award
pollution sensitive
pruning not required
rich soil preferred
roots:low damage potential
salt intolerant
sandy soil tolerant
slow-growing
type:conifer
use:bonsai
use:christmas tree
use:container
use:screen
use:specimen
water:moderate to little
water:regular
well-drained soil required
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