Photo of Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf' by Harold Greer

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Also Known As

  • Abies cephalonica 'Nana'
  • Meyer's Dwarf Greek Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 3'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf' plant details

Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf' is a slow-growing 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 cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: dwarf, pyramidal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf'

USDA Zones: 5a - 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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf spreading Greek fir, this slow-growing selection has small, somewhat spiky needles that radiate around its branches.
Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf ' - Dwarf Grecian Fir. A dwarf, spreading evergreen conifer with short green needles. A wonder plant for the rock garden. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Formerly known as 'Nana' this dwarf leaderless form has been quite widely distributed in Europe by the Dutch.
A flat-topped spreader with dark green, silver-backed foliage. Needles grow radially around short, rigid branches. Deer resistant. Staked upright for better form.
A prostrate form without a leader that is very nice for a large rock garden. Its bright green new foliage makes it eye-catching in the growing season. Slow-growing to a irregular round, flat topped plant.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf' plant

How to Grow Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf'

  • 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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