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Abies alba 'Babit's Star'

Also Known As

  • Abies alba 'Barabits Star'
  • Barabits Star European Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Abies alba 'Babit's Star' plant details

Abies alba 'Babit's Star' is an evergreen conifer shrub with chartreuse and green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies alba 'Babit's Star'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies alba 'Babit's Star'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Flat growing (more horizontal than vertical). The new foliage is light green turning dark green as the season unfolds. Will get 4' wide and 3' tall.

Gardening facts about Abies alba 'Babit's Star' plant

How to Grow Abies alba 'Babit's Star'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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