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.