Abies concolor 'Candicans' (White Fir)
White Fir 'Candicans', Argentea White Fir, Abies concolor 'Argentea'
Regarded as the bluest of all conifers, Abies concolor 'Candicans' is a magnificent large evergreen conifer. Forming a dense pyramid when young, it matures to a columnar, highly symmetrical shape with handsome layered branches smothered by long, silvery-blue needles. Striking, pale green cones adorned with a deep purplish cast, appear upright on the branches. This slow-growing conifer adds about 12 in. of new growth per year (30 cm) and will measure about 10 ft. (3 m) after 10 years. A very appealing addition for large landscapes where it can be allowed to grow to its full magnificence.
- Grows up to 30 ft. high (9 m) and 15 ft. wide (4.5 m).
- Performs best in full sun or part shade in rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Best performance occurs in full sun in moist, sandy-loam, rich soils that are well-drained, but it is somewhat adaptable to poor soils, compacted soils, heat, and drought.
- Virtually disease free. Watch for aphids and adelgids. Easy to grow, easy to care for and rarely browsed by deer.
- No pruning required.
- Native from Oregon to New Mexico.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
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Heat Zones | 1
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Abies - Firs |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 10' – 30' (3m – 9m) |
Spread | 10' – 15' (3m – 4.5m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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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 | 4
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Abies - Firs |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 10' – 30' (3m – 9m) |
Spread | 10' – 15' (3m – 4.5m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |