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Abies balsamea 'Nana'

Also Known As

Dwarf Balsam Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Abies balsamea 'Nana' plant details

Abies balsamea 'Nana' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies balsamea 'Nana'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dense, dwarf, miniature, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies balsamea 'Nana'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Densely-arranged blue-gray needles make this flat-topped, slow-growing shrub compact and attractive. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Even though the dwarf balsam fir has been around for decades. It’s still a superb conifer. This low growing plant has deep green needles. Older plants will thin out and the large limbs will create an excellent bonsai.

By: Gossler Farms

Extremely hardy and reliable, this round, flattened form of dwarf balsam fir has bright green new growth that contrasts nicely with its shiny dark green mature foliage.

By: Conifer Kingdom

This dwarf Balsam fir with its dark blue-green needles has been in production for many years and still is popular today. Dense foliage and dwarf form keeps it a favorite for low planting beds.

By: Bloom River Gardens

The "Dwarf Balsam Fir" is a low, compact spreading dwarf with dark green needles that contrast beautifully with the lighter green new growth. 'Nana's' branches grow densely and are covered in needles that are arranged radially. This dwarf shrub tolerates semi-shade and less than perfect drainige. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

Abies balsamea 'Nana' - A dwarf Balsam Fir. Dark nice green leaves with brown buds. Makes a nice dwarf globose plant. Can take sun or shade. Grows about 2-3 inches a year.

By: Kigi Nursery

Compact dense globe with dark green soft needles. Evergreen, Shade tolerant, USDA zones 3-8.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

DWARF. This slow growing (1-3" a year) dark green conifer attracts much attention in the garden for its neatly compact growth and texture. One of the best!