Abies recurvata var. ernestii

Also Known As

Abies recurvata 'ernestii'
Ernest Fir

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 45'-150'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

6a-9b

Abies recurvata var. ernestii plant details

Abies recurvata var. ernestii is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies recurvata var. ernestii

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 45 FT - 150 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies recurvata var. ernestii

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This special form of a fine fir has even longer (to 3.5 cm) recurved needles often bloomed with gray and notched, as well as 2-3" violet blue cones and flaky orange-brown bark; slow-growing to 45' and very shade tolerant. PSh-Sh/M