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Note: Mature sizes listed are generally those found in the wild. Trees grown in the landscape ofetn do not reach this full growth potential. If you have questions about mature sizes, please call and ask!

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Tree of the Week

Cork-Bark Fir has beautiful foliage and interesting bark.

abies lasiocarpa - subalpine fir or corkbark fir

Hardiness Zones: 5
Height: 80 feet Spread: 20 feet Form: pyramidal
Type: narrow-leaved evergreen
Annual Growth Rate: 12 to 18 inches

Comments: Also known as Rocky Mountain Fir, this tree has one-inch, bluish-green needles. It is native to Northwest North America and throughout the Rocky Mountains. In the wild it is a narrow, spire-like tree but less so in cultivation - in many landscapes it has a narrowly pyramidal form. The tree grows best in moist, well-drained soils and does well in clay soils, making it a great choice for our area. Its moderate growth rate and narrow habit combine with its bluish foliage to make a great specimen, or a screening or border tree for smaller spaces. The notable bark is especially interesting in young trees, where it can be readily seen on the trunk.


Cultivars:
var. arizonica - A variety only 40 feet tall with deep blue needles and a slow growth rate. The bark is white and corky when mature. Great for narrower spaces, and has a compact appearance. 

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