Buy Abies concolor 'Archer's Dwarf'

Also Known As

Archer's Dwarf White Fir

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'-7'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

4a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $61

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30 at Gossler Farms

#1 Container (grafted on firma) | $49.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

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Abies concolor 'Archer's Dwarf' plant details

Abies concolor 'Archer's Dwarf' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies concolor 'Archer's Dwarf'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, pyramidal, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies concolor 'Archer's Dwarf'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This blue needled white fir will make a cone shaped plant to maybe 8'.

By: Gossler Farms

Bright silver-blue needles on this dense, upright selection give the tree a soft texture. A slow growth rate and beautiful color make this tree a good accent plant.

By: Conifer Kingdom

A conical dwarf plant with powder blue foliage that originated with J. W. Archer in Surrey. The needles are somewhat recurved and the branches tend to curl downwards.