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Abies veitchii 'Heddergott'

Also Known As

  • Abies veitchii 'HB Heddergott'
  • HB Heddergott Dwarf Fir
  • Heddergott Veitch Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Abies veitchii 'Heddergott' plant details

Abies veitchii 'Heddergott' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. and blue fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies veitchii 'Heddergott'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies veitchii 'Heddergott'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This compact fir displays silvery undersides on each needle with light-green surfaces, creating an outstanding contrast.
Abies veitchii ' Heddergott ' Dwarf Veitch's Silver Japanese Fir. Glossy green needles are arranged perfectly to expose their brilliant bright white undersides giving the plant the appearance of a winter frost even in the heat of summer. A low growing, rounded, spreading plant, this durable selection from Germany is the perfect size for the home landscape.
A dwarf irregular shrub that spreads open like a vase. Green needles w/silver underneath. Hardy to zone 4. Abies veitchii 'HB Heddergott'

Gardening facts about Abies veitchii 'Heddergott' plant

How to Grow Abies veitchii 'Heddergott'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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