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Also Known As

  • Green Spiral Silver Fir

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 12'-17'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Abies alba 'Green Spiral' plant details

Abies alba 'Green Spiral' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 alba 'Green Spiral'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 FT - 17 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: contorted, weeping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies alba 'Green Spiral'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The eye-catching stems of this 15' tree are not only twisted but also spiral outward and down!; the dark glossy green of its needles along with its unique habit and moderate size make this an excellent focal point. S-PSh
This weeping European silver fir can be staked to attain a taller form from which the branches will gracefully drape, or it can be left unstaked and form a spreading mound. Glossy green needles have silvery undersides.
Abies alba 'Green Spiral' - Weeping Silver Fir A pendulous tree with spiraling side branches. This Silver Fir is very narrow. Plant grows about 6 - 12" a year. Grafted Fir Trees

Gardening facts about Abies alba 'Green Spiral' plant

How to Grow Abies alba 'Green Spiral'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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