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Posted 01/12/2023 in Tree

Abies concolor 'Candicans'

Noted for being one of the bluest conifers, Abies concolor 'Candicans' is a symmetrical pyramid conifer tree with layered branches of long silvery-blue needles with showy pale green cones with a deep purple cast.

Post Details

Latin Name
Abies concolor 'Candicans'
Common Name
Candicans White Fir
Planting Zone
Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
10-15 ft
Spread
5-10 ft
Suggested Uses
Specimen
Potential Pests
Adelgids, beetles, budworms, aphids, bagworms, scale, spider mites, cankers, rots, rust, and blight

Plant Story

Noted for being one of the bluest conifers, Abies concolor 'Candicans' is a symmetrical pyramid conifer tree with layered branches of long silvery-blue needles with showy pale green cones with a deep purple cast.

Special Care Instructions

Does poor in heavy clay soils. Drought tolerance but best in moist soil. Best in full sun.

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