Abies lasiocarpa 'Green Globe'
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Find Out MoreCommon name
Compact Corkbark Fir
Family
Pinaceae
Genus
Abies are evergreen conifers, widespread in Asia, Central America, Europe, North America and North Africa. Often very tall, with spiralled branches bearing flattened, linear leaves. The seed-cones stand upright on the branches unlike Spruces which have pendulous cones. Young cones are very eye-catching, ranging in colours from white, green, blueish violet and a purple red.
Details
This Alpine Fir with its delicate lime green needles and slow growing form makes a great feature for any small or rock garden. Abies lasiocarpa 'Green Globe' is a semi-dwarf, evergreen conifer of globose habit when young, becoming conical over time with short,soft green needles. This fir would be a great addition to a small garden. Hand grafted and propagated at Lime Cross Nursery.
Soil Type: Acid, alkaline, heavy clay, light sandy, normal.
Aspect: Full sun.
Foliage Type: Evergreen.
Foliage Colour: Green needles.
Pot Size: 3 litre.
Ultimate Height: 30 - 60cm.
Ultimate Spread: 25 - 30cm
Growth Rate: 10 - 20 years.
Special Attributes: Perfect for rock gardens.