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Also Known As

  • Wintergold White Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'-16'
  • W: 3'-8'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Abies concolor 'Wintergold' plant details

Abies concolor 'Wintergold' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with chartreuse and gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. 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 'Wintergold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 16 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, pyramidal, rock garden, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies concolor 'Wintergold'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The needles of this slow-growing white fir start out lush chartreuse and soften to incredible buttery yellow. Hardy and tough enough to stand up to full sun, the broadly conical tree develops brilliant winter color.
Spectacular in winter!, the needles of this slow growing ( to 8't x 5'w ) conifer open chartreuse changing to an amazing butter-yellow by winter; tough and eye-catching enough any garden. S/M/GDr
This conical, erect fir tree offers distinctively soft foliage. It can be used as a sub for a spruce. Can withstand heat or a drought better than most other firs. Does better in well drained soils. Growth Rate slow
Abies concolor 'Wintergold' - A nice evergreen conifer with a broad, dense shape. Butter-yellow needles can take full sun and are most spectacular in winter. Spring new growth is a lush chartreuse color. Full sun and a well-drained soil are best for this conifer.
An outstanding form of White Fir that is medium growing and conical in habit and turns gold in winter as the name suggests. Slow to develop a leader at first, but is handsome as it gets some maturity. Grows to about 16'.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Abies concolor 'Wintergold' plant

How to Grow Abies concolor 'Wintergold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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