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Abies amabilis Spreading Star - Fir

Abies amabilis Spreading Star
Pacific Silver Fir

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This dwarf fir tree with a prostrate habit is ideal used as ground cover. It spreads slowly on the soil to form a mat with a diameter of 1m (3.3ft), in a fairly deep green-blue colour. Hardy, with slow growth it prefers moist soils with an acidic tendency, it is perfectly suitable for a large rockery or a small garden.
Height at maturity
30 cm
Spread at maturity
1 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time February to April, September to October
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November
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Description

Abies amabilis Spreading Star, also known as the pacific silver fir, is a conifer with a prostrate habit that is ideal used as a ground cover. It slowly spreads to form a mat of 1 meter (3.3ft) in diameter, with a deep green-blue colour and silvery reflections. Hardy, slow-growing, and preferring slightly acidic and moist soils, it is perfect for a large rockery or a small garden.

 

The Abies amabilis, sometimes called the pacific silver fir or cascade fir, is a conifer from the pinaceae family native to the west coast of the United States. In nature, this species can reach an impressive height of 80 meters (262 ft) under an oceanic climate with significant rainfall. 'Spreading Star' is a dwarf form with a spreading and prostrate habit, reaching a height of no more than 30cm (11.8in) and a width of 1 meter (3.3ft) after several years of cultivation. It is also less demanding in terms of water, but still prefers moist soil. This conifer has shiny needles which are dark green on the upper surface with bluish-white stomata on the lower surface, giving its foliage a silvery and bluish appearance.

 

The Abies amabilis Spreading Star is ideal for covering the ground in a large rockery, on a slope, or in small gardens, thanks to its slow growth and small size. With its dense, mat-like silhouette that prevents the germination of weeds, it works wonders in rockeries, especially when planted in groups of 3. The architectural qualities of dwarf conifers naturally fit in the design of a contemporary garden, which values the aesthetics of shapes, silhouettes, and textures over flowering. These plants with strong personalities provide lasting structure to a bed, mark pathways and border terraces, easily replacing the strong presence of clipped boxwood. They serve as a backdrop for small roses, peonies, or windswept grasses with complementary forms. They can also be combined with ground cover plants such as aubrietas, ceraistes, and flowering shrubs. It's all about playing with volumes and colours.

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Abies amabilis Spreading Star - Fir (Foliage) Foliage
Abies amabilis Spreading Star - Fir (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 30 cm
Spread at maturity 1 m
Habit creeping
Growth rate slow

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Abies

Species

amabilis

Cultivar

Spreading Star

Family

Pinaceae

Other common names

Pacific Silver Fir

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference6070021

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Planting and care

Abies amabilis Speading Star can be planted in spring or autumn, in soil that retains moisture, is rich in humus and slightly acidic to neutral. This small conifer thrives in both sun and partial shade. Regularly water the young plants during the first months after planting. The graceful dwarf fir does not tolerate any drought, it is a species of cool, oceanic or mountain climates. This bush does not require pruning, but any unsightly or obstructive branches can be removed to enhance its shape.

Planting period

Best planting time February to April, September to October
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Free-standing, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
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, Humus-bearing

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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