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Abies alba Pyramidalis - Dwarf White Fir

Abies alba Pyramidalis
Dwarf white fir

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Abies alba Pyramidalis - Dwarf White Fir 7.5L/10L pot sample as delivered in autumn

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This dwarf white fir offers a columnar and conical silhouette adorned with dense and dark foliage with a silver underside, and a very soft appearance. In spring, the young shoots are creamy yellow, and in summer, the foliage is covered with small upright green cones that later take on a pretty purplish or reddish-brown hue. With its modest size and elegance, this small fir tree will easily become the focal point of a large rockery or a small garden, in cool, rather acidic soil.

Height at maturity

2.50 m

Spread at maturity

1 m

Exposure

Sun, Partial shade

Hardiness

Hardy down to -34.5°C

Soil moisture

Moist soil

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Best planting time February to March, September to October

Recommended planting time February to June, September to November

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Description

Abies alba 'Pyramidalis' is a dwarf and highly ornamental fir. It has a columnar and conical silhouette adorned with dense and dark foliage with a silver underside, and a very soft appearance. In spring, the young shoots are creamy yellow, and in summer, the foliage is covered with small upright green cones that later take on a pretty purplish or reddish-brown hue. This small fir, with its modest size and presence, will easily become the focal point of a large rock garden or a small garden, in cool, preferably acidic soil.

Also known as Common Fir and capable of reaching 50 m (164 ft) in height in its natural environment, the white fir is an evergreen tree of the pine family native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. The dwarf variety 'Pyramidalis', with a columnar habit, grows quite rapidly in a conical shape, reaching 2.50 m (8.2 ft) in height and 1 m (3.3 ft) in width in 10 years. It bears greyish and dark branches, covered with very dark green, shiny, silvery-reverse needles, arranged in rows on either side of the lateral branches. Its very pale-yellow young shoots beautifully contrast with the older foliage. Its smooth grey bark cracks over time, adding an interesting dimension to its beautiful vegetation. The cones of young subjects ripen to a purplish hue.

Abies alba 'Pyramidalis' is ideal for decorating a large rock garden or standing out in a small garden thanks to its dense presence and moderate stature. With its columnar and majestic silhouette, it will work wonders in the centre of a bed of perennials and low conifers, especially if planted in groups of 3 subjects. The visual qualities of dwarf conifers suit the design of a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of shapes, silhouettes and textures to the daintiness of flowers. These plants are a perfect alternative to trimmed boxwood, and can be used to mark pathways or border terraces. They serve as a setting for roses, peonies, or tousled grasses. They can also be planted with ground cover plants such as aubrietas, cerastium, and flowering shrubs. The key is to play with volumes and colours to find the right look for your garden.

Tips: Water during periods of high heat as it is sensitive to drought.

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Fir, Abies: planting, pruning and care

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Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 2.50 m

Spread at maturity 1 m

Habit conical, pyramidal

Growth rate normal

Flowering

Fruit colour red

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen

Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Abies

Species

alba

Cultivar

Pyramidalis

Family

Pinaceae

Other common names

Dwarf white fir

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference • 6060021

Planting and care

Plant Abies alba 'Pyramidalis' in spring or autumn, in well-drained soil that retains moisture, is rich in humus, and is slightly acidic to neutral. This conifer thrives in both full sun and partial shade. Regularly water the young plants during the months following planting. The dwarf fir does not tolerate any drought, as it is a species of cool, oceanic or mountain climate. This bush does not require pruning, but any unsightly or obstructive branches can be removed to accentuate its narrow habit.

Planting period

Best planting time February to March, September to October

Recommended planting time February to June, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery

Type of use Border, Free-standing, Slope

Hardiness Hardy down to -34.5°C (USDA zone 4) Show map

Ease of cultivation Amateur

Exposure Sun, Partial shade

Soil pH Acidic, Neutral

Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)

Soil moisture Moist soil, Well-drained, humus-bearing