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How to Grow and Care for Silver fir

Silver fir, also known as Common fir, White fir

Silver fir is relatively easy to care for, thriving in cooler climates with adequate moisture. Essential care includes ensuring well-draining soil to prevent root rot and providing full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. A special care point for silver fir is the necessity to space them sufficiently apart to accommodate their mature size and avoid overcrowding, which could lead to poor air circulation and disease issues.

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Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Silver fir

ToughnessHigh
Care LevelLow
Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanPerennial
Watering ScheduleEvery 1-2 weeks
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil TypeGarden Soil
Soil pH5.5-6
Planting TimeSpring, Fall
Hardiness Zones
8-11
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Silver fir is a majestic evergreen conifer characterized by its pyramidal shape and dense, horizontally-tiered branches. It boasts glossy, dark green needles that are roughly 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) long, with a blunt or notched tip. These needles are arranged spirally on the shoot but twisted at the base to lie in two more-or-less horizontal rows. The plant's cylindrical cones are upright and measure between 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) long, displaying a distinctive purple color before maturation. The gray bark of silver fir thickens and furrows with age.
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