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Abies grandis

Grand Fir, Lowland Fir

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

This tree is a very large fir reaching 300' in the natural setting and 80'-200' in cultivation with a spread of 15-25'. Gorgeous deep green, one foot long needles grow in rows along the branches.

 

Plant Type

Conifer

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.