Photo by Conifer Kingdom
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Abies lasiocarpa 'Prickly Pete'
Also Known As
- Prickly Pete Subalpine Fir
Plant type
shrub, conifer
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Abies lasiocarpa 'Prickly Pete' plant details
Abies lasiocarpa 'Prickly Pete' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Features glaucous texture. 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 lasiocarpa 'Prickly Pete'
- Plant type: conifer shrub
- Plant family: pinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, miniature, rock garden, year-round-interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies lasiocarpa 'Prickly Pete'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 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 incredibly dwarf form of Abies lasiocarpa originated from a tall, narrow tree that had very dense growth. It will grow to only be a small bun of silver-blue foliage.
By: Conifer Kingdom
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How to Grow Abies lasiocarpa 'Prickly Pete'
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Features
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Texture
- glaucous
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