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Abies x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece'

Also Known As

  • Abies 'J.K. Greece'
  • Abies borisii-regis x 'JK Greece'
  • Jorg Kohout's Grecian King Boris Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 18"-30"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Abies x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece' plant details

Abies x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. 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 x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 30 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, globose, miniature, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf fir was found as a witch's broom on a hybrid tree. Thick, dark-green needles show two distinct lines of silver-white stomata.
A miniature bun with somewhat weeping stems. The needles are blush green. Found by Jorg Kohout, Germany. A very pretty little plant.

Gardening facts about Abies x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece' plant

How to Grow Abies x borisii-regis 'J.K. Greece'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 15'-30'

Width: 10'-18'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub, Conifer

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-3'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - occasional
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aka Abies venusta, Bristle Cone Fir, Santa Lucia Fir

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 60'-80'

Width: 15'-25'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - low
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 100'-300'

Width: 25'-40'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 15'-18'

Width: 6'-8'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - occasional
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