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Abies concolor 'Hexe'

Also Known As

  • Hexe White Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Abies concolor 'Hexe' plant details

Abies concolor 'Hexe' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies concolor 'Hexe'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies concolor 'Hexe'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright blue foliage on this pyramidal fir is fairly long. A tidy, upright tree with a somewhat formal appearance. Presumably found as a witch's broom because of the name.

Gardening facts about Abies concolor 'Hexe' plant

How to Grow Abies concolor 'Hexe'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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