Species White Fir
A plant with silver-green leaves on silver branches.

White Fir

Abies concolor

Also Known As - Silver Fir,Concolor Fir,Colorado Fir
White Fir (Abies concolor) is an amazing evergreen tree species found in the western United States. It has a distinct white bark that fades to a yellowish hue on the lower branches and a graceful, conical shape. The beautiful Blue-green needles of White Fir are soft and tufted at the end and release a pleasant Christmas-like aroma when crushed. This sturdy species can grow up to 300 feet tall and over 140 years old, making it one of the longest living species in the world. It is highly adaptable, drought-tolerant, and very low maintenance with minimal pruning requirements. White Fir is an excellent choice for privacy screens, windbreaks, and living Christmas trees.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Hardwood Cuttings

Hardiness Zone:

3

Flowers:

Non-flowering Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Soil:

Acidic, Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained

Cones:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,white

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

White Fir (Abies Concolor) should be watered thoroughly once per week during the growing season. During the winter, water should be reduced to once every two weeks. The soil should be moist but not soggy, so it is important to adjust the amount of water as needed. If the soil around your White Fir becomes too wet, it is important to aerate the soil by adding a bit of sand or stone to allow water to drain better. Firs can also suffer from over-watering, so be sure to check the soil before each watering and adjust accordingly. When in doubt, less water is better than too much when it comes to White Firs.

sunlight

White Fir (Abies Concolor) requires a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to grow and thrive. It prefers full sun, but it can also tolerate partial shade. The best time for White Fir to receive sunlight is between 10am and 2pm, when the sun is at its strongest. During the late afternoon and early morning, the sun's rays may be too weak for the tree to absorb. If the tree is not receiving enough sunlight, it may become stunted or develop yellowing needles.

pruning

Pruning white fir Abies concolor should be done regularly to keep the tree healthy and promote new growth. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Make sure to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches at this time. Pruning should be light, removing no more than 1/3 of the tree’s total foliage. Make sure to leave enough foliage to maintain the natural shape of the tree. Pruning can be done with hand shears or pruning saws.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

White Fir typically start flowering in April.

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