Abies Concolor Compacta

Description

Abies Concolor Compacta, also known as the White Fir, is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height and 20 feet in width. It is native to the western United States and is commonly used in landscaping due to its attractive blue-green foliage and conical shape. The tree’s bark is smooth and grayish-brown in color, and it produces cones that are 4-6 inches long.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

The Abies Concolor Compacta has a conical shape with blue-green needles that are 1-2 inches long. The needles grow in rows and are soft to the touch. The tree’s cones are 4-6 inches long and are green when they first appear, maturing to a light brown color. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown in color, with resin blisters present on young trees.

Care Guide

Abies Concolor Compacta requires regular watering and fertilization to thrive. The tree prefers well-draining soil and full sun exposure, but it can tolerate some shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 3-7, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.

Watering

The tree should be watered regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged.

Fertilization

Abies Concolor Compacta should be fertilized in the spring and fall with a slow-release fertilizer that is high in nitrogen.

Soil

The tree prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.

Sunlight

Abies Concolor Compacta prefers full sun exposure, but it can tolerate some shade.

Hardiness Zones

The tree is hardy in USDA zones 3-7.

Common Pests & Diseases

Abies Concolor Compacta is susceptible to a few common pests and diseases, including:

Aphids

Aphids can be controlled with insecticidal soap or neem oil.

Spider Mites

Spider mites can be controlled with insecticidal soap or neem oil.

Root Rot

Root rot can be prevented by ensuring that the soil is well-draining and not waterlogged.

Habitat

Abies Concolor Compacta is native to the western United States and can be found in mountainous regions from California to New Mexico. The tree prefers well-draining soil and full sun exposure, but it can tolerate some shade.

Question and Answer

Q: How tall can Abies Concolor Compacta grow?

A: Abies Concolor Compacta can reach up to 30 feet in height.

Q: What is the tree’s bark like?

A: The tree’s bark is smooth and grayish-brown in color.

Q: Where is Abies Concolor Compacta native to?

A: Abies Concolor Compacta is native to the western United States.

Q: What is the tree’s hardiness zone?

A: The tree is hardy in USDA zones 3-7.

Related Plants

Other related plants to Abies Concolor Compacta include:

• Abies Grandis
• Abies Magnifica
• Abies Procera

References

• “Abies Concolor.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed September 9, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=d512.
• “Abies Concolor Compacta.” Plant Database. Accessed September 9, 2021. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/fir/abies-concolor-compacta.htm.
• “Abies Concolor Compacta (White Fir).” Gardenia. Accessed September 9, 2021. https://www.gardenia.net/plant/abies-concolor-compacta-white-fir.