Abies cephalonica (Greek Fir)
Greek Fir
Abies cephalonica (Greek Fir) is a large evergreen conifer of conical habit adorned with spreading, erect branches on mature trees. Sharp and stiff, the needles are glossy dark green with two blue-white bands beneath. The seed cones, 4-8 in. long (10-20 cm), are brown when ripe, and disintegrate when mature to release the seeds. The bark is gray-brown, becoming furrowed with age. Fast-growing, Greek Fir is noted for its hardiness, drought-tolerance, and insect-resistance.
- Grows up to 70-100 ft. high (21-30 m) and 15-30 ft. wide (4-9 m).
- Performs best in full sun in rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils.
- No pruning required.
- Native to the mountains of Greece.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 6 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 6 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Abies - Firs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 70' – 100' (21m – 30m) |
Spread | 15' – 30' (4.5m – 9m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
Konstantinos Livadas, Bos 11, Shuttertock
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 6 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 6 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Abies - Firs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 70' – 100' (21m – 30m) |
Spread | 15' – 30' (4.5m – 9m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |