Abies cephalonica (Greek Fir)
Abies cephalonica (Greek Fir) is a large evergreen conifer of conical habit adorned with spreading, erect branches on mature trees. Sharp and stiff, the needles are glossy dark green with two blue-white bands beneath. The seed cones, 4-8 in. long (10-20 cm), are brown when ripe, and disintegrate when mature to release the seeds.
Abies cephalonica (Greek Fir) is a large evergreen conifer of conical habit adorned with spreading, erect branches on mature trees. Sharp and stiff, the needles are glossy dark green with two blue-white bands beneath. The seed cones, 4-8 in. long (10-20 cm), are brown when ripe, and disintegrate when mature to release the seeds. The bark is gray-brown, becoming furrowed with age. Fast-growing, Greek Fir is noted for its hardiness, drought-tolerance, and insect-resistance.
- Grows up to 70-100 ft. high (21-30 m) and 15-30 ft. wide (4-9 m).
- Performs best in full sun in rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils.
- No pruning required.
- Native to the mountains of Greece.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5 – 6 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 5 – 6 |
| Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
| Plant Family | Abies – Firs |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 70' – 100' (21m – 30m) |
| Spread | 15' – 30' (4.5m – 9m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |