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Abies nephrolepis

Also Known As

  • Khingan Fir

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 40'-100'
  • W: 20'-40'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Abies nephrolepis plant details

Abies nephrolepis is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies nephrolepis

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 100 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies nephrolepis

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sometimes considered a variety of A. sibirica and from a similarly COLD climate, this 40-80' fir is densely branched and needled with grooved needles. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Abies nephrolepis plant

How to Grow Abies nephrolepis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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