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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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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

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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

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