Spanish Fir. An excellent species for growing on chalk. Striking blue grey foliage. Brown cones. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 1.6m. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Abies pinsapo ‘Glauca’
An excellent species for growing on chalk. Striking blue grey foliage. Brown cones
Category: Conifers
Additional information
Generic | Abies |
---|---|
Species | pinsapo |
Varietry | 'Glauca' |
Common Name | Spanish Fir |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 3m |
Family | Pinaceae |
Spread | 1.6m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Conical |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | blue |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Mulch to keep roots cool |
Border | Border, Specimen |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | Keep free from weeds |
Propagation | Grafting |
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