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Abies lasiocarpa 'COMPACTA' dwarf subalpine fir
size/type
medium-sized shrub
usual height
2-3m
usual width
1-2m
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
Dwarf subalpine fir is another jewel among silver-blue conifers. It grows slowly and is suitable for even the smallest of gardens, for rockeries or as a complement of any evergreen arrangement. The needles are about 2cm long, stiff, flattened, bright blue with a white stripe on top. The older it gets the denser it is.
Last update 29-12-2007
Growing conditions and care
Firs like moist but well drained, acid soil, sunny location with some shade from the hottest sun. Depending on soil quality it can grow 2-3m tall and about 2m wide. Fully hardy to about -28°C (USDA zone 5).
