Concolor fir
Type of plant:
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Concolor fir (white fir) (photo: Tom DeGomez) Bugwood.org
Concolor Fir (Abies concolor)
Overview
Concolor firs are tolerant evergreen trees.
Hardiness- zones 3 through 7
Growth Rate- slow
Mature Shape- Narrow, pyramidal with horizontal branches. Lower branches may take on a drooping appearance.
Height- 30 to 50 feet
Width- 15 to 30 feet
Site Requirements- Plant trees in full sun to light shade with moist, well-drained soils. Concolor firs are tolerant of heat and drought.
Features- Needles are 2 inches long and are blue-green. Young cones are purple.
