Abies numidica (Algerian fir)
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10m max. spread |
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20m max. height |
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20-50 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Abies numidica
Other names: Algerian fir, Algerian silver fir, Abies baborensis, Abies pinsapo subsp. numidica, Abies pinsapo var. baborensis, Abies pinsapo var. numidica
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Genus: Abies
Species: A. numidica - A. numidica is a narrowly conical, evergreen, coniferous tree with radially arranged, linear, glossy, dark green leaves, curving upward and white-banded beneath. Pink or purple flushed cones in spring ripen brown.
Abies numidica is: Evergreen
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Habit: Narrowly conical
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Specific pests: Adelgids , Aphids
Diseases: Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning: No pruning is needed.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation: Stratify seed for 21 days to encourage germination.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Grafting, Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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Abies numidica (Algerian fir) will reach a height of 20m and a spread of 10m after 20-50 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, City, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree
Cultivation: Prefers moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil but will tolerate alkaline and drier soils.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Clay, Loamy, Sandy |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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