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
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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