Photo of Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia' by Harold Greer

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Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia'

Also Known As

  • Abies balsamea 'Hudsoniana'
  • Hudson Dwarf Silver Fir
  • Hudsoniana Dwarf Silver Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia' plant details

Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very similar to A. b. 'Nana', but normally more irregular and more upright. Very good dwarf.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia' plant

How to Grow Abies balsamea 'Hudsonia'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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