Abies balsamea 'Jamie'

Also Known As

Abies balsamea 'Jamy'
Jamy Miniature Balsam Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 8"-15"
W: 8"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Abies balsamea 'Jamie' plant details

Abies balsamea 'Jamie' is a broadleaf evergreen conifer shrub 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 balsamea 'Jamie'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 15 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, trough garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies balsamea 'Jamie'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zones 3-8. Jamy grows even slower than the Piccolo or unnamed dwarf balsam fir. This named miniature of the has short fragrant needles and compact growth which make this a LiveScale©Choice-Miniature selection. Trim lower branches for mini tree effect or grow naturally to form a neat green mound to about 10 inches at 10 years. Photo shows 4 inch Jamy on 1:24 scale Garden Railroad. Jamy is one of the best mini balsam fir for the smallest scenes such as near buildings on the Train Garden or Fairy Gardens, troughs or rock gardens. Extremely slow growing Jamy has lighter green foliage in spring that turns darker with age.

By: Mini Forest By Sky

Petite needles on this diminutive rare Balsam Fir emerge light-green in spring and darken through the season. Prominent buds nestle among radiating, tightly layered needles that curve gently downward. Perfect for rock or trough gardens with other miniatures. Organic rich well drained soil is best.