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Buy Abies fraseri 'Franklin'

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 36"-42"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

15-18 inch | $251

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Abies fraseri 'Franklin' plant details

Abies fraseri 'Franklin' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies fraseri 'Franklin'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 36 IN - 42 IN - tall
Uses: bonsai, compact, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies fraseri 'Franklin'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A pyramidal form of Fraser's fir with densely packed branching and gray-green foliage. Growing at a rate of 3-4 inches a year it will measure 3 to 3.5 feet tall and 2 feet wide in 10 years.

Gardening facts about Abies fraseri 'Franklin' plant

How to Grow Abies fraseri 'Franklin'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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