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Abies concolor 'King's Gap'

Also Known As

  • King's Gap Dwarf White Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Abies concolor 'King's Gap' plant details

Abies concolor 'King's Gap' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies concolor 'King's Gap'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, globose, miniature, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies concolor 'King's Gap'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This tiny little fir has bright blue needles that are fairly long. The color and form make it an excellent rock garden selection.
A. CONCOLOR ‘KING’S GAP’ - is a pyramidal fir with attractive blue needles. Very slow growing and beautiful year round.

Gardening facts about Abies concolor 'King's Gap' plant

How to Grow Abies concolor 'King's Gap'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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