European silver fir (Abies alba) is a conifer that can grow higher than 15m tall and 3m – 8m wide.
This plant has several common names including: European silver fir, Christmas tree, silver fir, single spruce or white spruce.
This is a evergreen plant that takes 20-50 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: European silver fir, Christmas tree, silver fir, single spruce, white spruce
Scientific name: Abies alba
Plant type: Conifers, Trees
Habit: Columnar / Upright
Height: Higher than 15m
Spread: 3m – 8m
Foliage: Evergreen
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained, Well drained
Garden type: Architectural
Planting type: Low Maintenance
Seasonal colors
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Cultivation profiles – Growing European silver fir (Abies alba) – image source
