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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

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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:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.