Photo of Abies pinsapo 'Solton' foliage by Kigi Nursery

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Abies pinsapo 'Solton'

Also Known As

  • Solton Spanish Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 8'-15'
  • W: 4'-10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Abies pinsapo 'Solton' plant details

Abies pinsapo 'Solton' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue foliage. chartreuse and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies pinsapo 'Solton'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and insignificant flowers blooms
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies pinsapo 'Solton'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wonderful selection of Spanish fir with silver-blue foliage. This cultivar was selected in Germany.

Gardening facts about Abies pinsapo 'Solton' plant

How to Grow Abies pinsapo 'Solton'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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