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Abies alba 'Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Golden European Silver Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Abies alba 'Aurea' plant details

Abies alba 'Aurea' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies alba 'Aurea'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: pyramidal, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies alba 'Aurea'

USDA Zones: 4a - 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

New growth on this upright tree is a bright golden-yellow color, while the rest of the tree sustains a yellow-green color throughout the year.

Gardening facts about Abies alba 'Aurea' plant

How to Grow Abies alba 'Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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