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Other common names Hudson fir
Synonyms Abies balsamea f. hudsonia
Family Pinaceae
Genus Abies are evergreen conifers, often very tall, with whorled branches bearing flattened, linear leaves, often whitish beneath, and on the upper branches, large cones which break up whilst attached to the tree
Details Hudsonia Group are slow-growing dwarf evergreen conifers, with a compact bun-shaped habit, rather broader than tall, and closely branched stems bearing dense, short dark green needles
Foliage Evergreen
Habit Bushy
Hardiness
All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets
H7
Full Sun
Aspect South-facing or North-facing or East-facing or West-facing
Exposure Sheltered
Clay
Loam
Sand
MoistureMoist but well-drained
SoilClay, Loam, Sand
pHAcid, Neutral
Ultimate height 0.5-1 metres
Ultimate spread 1-1.5 metres
Time to ultimate height 10-20 years
Cultivation Grow in moist but well-drained slightly acidic soil. Protect from cold winds. Does not produce cones
Propagation Propagate by grafting
Suggested planting locations and garden types Low Maintenance Architectural City & Courtyard Gardens Rock Garden Gravel Garden Patio & Container Plants
Pruning No pruning required
Pests Can get aphids and adelgids
Diseases Generally disease free
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