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Blue Rocky Mountain Fir

Scientific name: Abies lasiocarpa "Glauca Compacta"
Taxonomy
Family:Pinaceae
Type:Dwarf conifers
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Dry
Plant Characteristics
Height:6 ft
Width:4 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Northwest gardeners who would like to bring the forest sub alpine fir into their garden should seek out Blue Rocky Mountain Fir as it will do well at the lower elevations.

  Morphology:
This is a dwarf conifer that will put on 2” of new growth per year until it reaches a maximum height of 6’ after 10 years of growth. It will form a slightly rounded to conical shape with age. The needle growth is soft to the touch.

The bark has a distinctive gray white color.

Due to its slow growth rate this cultivar could be used for bonsai.

  Adaptation:
Look for a well drained mineral soil for this specimen plant. It would look great in rock garden.

  Pests:
None reported.
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