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Abies procera 'Noble Fir' (1 Gallon) is a stately evergreen conifer known for its symmetrical form, bluish-green needles, and strong branches. It is widely used as a specimen tree in landscapes and is a favorite choice for Christmas trees due to its excellent needle retention and pleasant fragrance.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a mature height of 50-100 feet and spreads about 30 feet wide, but remains smaller in landscape settings.
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Water Requirements: Needs regular watering, especially when young, but becomes more drought-tolerant once established. Prefers well-drained soil.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 5-6.
- Bloom Time: Primarily grown for its ornamental evergreen foliage; does not produce showy flowers.
- Pruning: Prune to shape in early spring if needed, but generally, no pruning is required for this conifer's naturally symmetrical form.
How to Plant:
- Location: Choose a sunny location with well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
- Soil Preparation: Amend the soil with organic matter to improve drainage, especially if the soil is heavy or clay-like.
- Planting: Dig a hole the same depth as the root ball and twice as wide. Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the root flare is slightly above the soil surface.
- Spacing: Space trees 20-30 feet apart to allow for their mature spread.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and regularly during the first few years of growth, especially during dry periods.
Fun Fact: Abies procera 'Noble Fir' is one of the most popular types of Christmas trees in the United States, prized for its sturdy branches that can support heavy ornaments and its excellent needle retention, which keeps it looking fresh throughout the holiday season.