Photo by Conifer Kingdom
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Abies balsamea 'Argentea'
Also Known As
- Argentea Balsam Fir
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 8'
- W: 5'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Abies balsamea 'Argentea' plant details
Abies balsamea 'Argentea' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue, green and white foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies balsamea 'Argentea'
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: pinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue, green and white
- Mature size: 5 FT wide, 8 FT tall
- Uses: border plant, container plant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies balsamea 'Argentea'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and snail / slug
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Conifer Kingdom
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Gardening facts about Abies balsamea 'Argentea' plant
How to Grow Abies balsamea 'Argentea'
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- green
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-18'
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 15'-25'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - low
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 100'-300'
Width: 25'-40'
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Zones
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Size
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