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Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks'

Also Known As

  • Captain Jenks White Fir

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks' plant details

Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Short needles and somewhat congested growth characterize this unique variety found as a seedling by Dan Spear. Light green needles almost have a yellowish appearance.

Gardening facts about Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks' plant

How to Grow Abies concolor var. lowiana 'Captain Jenks'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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