Abies grandis - SOLITAIR 600-700 CM RB

Description
The Grand fir (Abies grandis) is a large tree that grows conical and slender and usually reaches a height of around 50 metres. Its needle-shaped, glossy leaves have a medium green colour. Decorative cones adorn Abies grandis from September. This shrub is well tolerant of frost and prefers well-drained, humus-rich, loose, loamy soil in a sunny to shady position.

Leaves
The Grand fir is evergreen. Its needles are medium green, glossy.

Bark
Red-brown, dark brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Grand fir has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Grand fir is a conical and slender growing large tree. It usually reaches a height of 45 - 50 metres.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Fruit
The cones of Abies grandis are upright and appear from September. The young cones have a greenish-yellow colour.