Abies pinsapo 'Horstmann' - 30-40 CM RB

Description
The Spanish fir 'Horstmann' (Abies pinsapo) is a shrub that grows broadly, densely and compactly, usually reaching a height of around 80 cm and a width of around 1.5 m. Its leaves are blue-grey in colour. Decorative cones adorn Abies pinsapo 'Horstmann' from October onwards. This shrub is highly frost-hardy. It prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich, acidic, loamy soil in a sunny to shady position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Abies pinsapo ‘Horstmann’s Nana’.

Leaves
The Spanish fir 'Horstmann' is evergreen. Its needles are blue-grey.

Frost hardiness
The Spanish fir 'Horstmann' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Spanish fir 'Horstmann' has a broad, dense and compact habit.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

Soil
Abies pinsapo 'Horstmann' thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

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 pinsapo 'Horstmann' appear from October.

Use
Group planting, grave, heath garden, rockery