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Also Known As

  • Abies lasiocarpa 'Ariz. Gl Compacta'
  • Abies lasiocarpa 'Glauca Compacta'
  • Blue Compact Subalpine Fir
  • Compact Subalpine Fir
  • Glauca Compacta Dwarf Blue Subalpine Fir

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 30"-36"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

24-30 inch | $176

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15-18 inch | $126

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Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Glauca Compacta' plant details

Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Glauca Compacta' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Glauca Compacta'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, distinctive bark, dwarf, pyramidal, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Glauca Compacta'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely plant for the large rock garden or small yard, this compact dwarf "Christmas-tree-shaped" tree has powdery-blue needles. S-PSh/M
Powder blue needles decorate the stems of this sub-alpine fir and give it a very soft appearance. Dense branching creates a tight conical form that grows very slowly. Abies lasiocarpa var. Arizonica 'Glauca Compacta.'
A. LASIOCARPA ‘GLAUCA COMPACTA’ - is a beautiful conical alpine fir. The blue needles make a superb specimen plant.
Densely packed, powder-blue needles radiate around the stems.
This is a very blue and dense conical tree that forms a narrow dwarf pyramid. It has a thick, corky creamy white bark. Growth Rate slow
Abies lasiocarpa 'Ariz. Gl Compacta' - A dwarf compact squatty conical plant. Leaves are powder blue and radiate around the stem like a spruce. Large brown buds. Mature at 8'.

Gardening facts about Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Glauca Compacta' plant

How to Grow Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Glauca Compacta'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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