Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Compacta'

Also Known As

Compacta Rocky Mountain Fir

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Compacta' plant details

Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Compacta' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Compacta'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica 'Compacta'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Abies lasiocarpa 'Arizonica Compacta' - This seems to be identical to Abies lasiocarpa 'Arizonica compacta', compact with silvery blue foliage.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

DWARF. This superior form of lasiocarpa is very compact and very suitable for larger rock gardens. Silver-blue needles and light bark make a beautiful combination that is always attractive. One of the best of the smaller varieties of trees around. Grows 1½-3" a year.