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ConifersShrubs
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Green | |||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- 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
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained slightly acidic soil in full sun with shelter from cold winds. Tolerant of some shade but does not produce cones. See conifer cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by grafting
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to honey fungus
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