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Abies cilicica 'Ukhach'

Also Known As

  • Ukhach Cilician Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Abies cilicica 'Ukhach' plant details

Abies cilicica 'Ukhach' is a slow-growing 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 cilicica 'Ukhach'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, globose

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies cilicica 'Ukhach'

USDA Zones: 5a - 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

This fir is fairly dense and somewhat upright-growing. Found as a witch's broom by Volodomyr Ukhach in New York. Quite stiff, silver and green needles are very ornamental.

Gardening facts about Abies cilicica 'Ukhach' plant

How to Grow Abies cilicica 'Ukhach'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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