Guatemalan fir (Abies guatemalensis)

Guatemalan fir

Also known as: Gautemalan fir

Guatemalan fir can grow to heights up to 45 m, making it hard to miss growing in moist mountainous areas. The conifer is cultivated for multiple uses which include timber, pulp, firewood, and Christmas trees. Guatemalan and Mexican law prohibits harvesting these trees from the wild.

Scientific classification

Species

Guatemalan fir (Abies guatemalensis)

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5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Guatemalan fir

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: During summer, water guatemalan fir more frequently, ideally twice a week, ensuring soil remains moist but not waterlogged. In spring and fall, weekly watering is sufficient. Adjust based on climate and soil moisture, and avoid watering in winter or after rainfall.

Fertilize: Fertilization of guatemalan fir is unnecessary if soil is nutrient-rich. Apply mulch in spring or early summer for growth and moisture retention. Alternatively, a slow-acting fertilizer can be used sparingly in early fall, avoiding contact with the trunk or foliage.

Pruning: Guatemalan fir has dense, pyramidal foliage and should be pruned in early spring. Key techniques include removing dead branches and thinning for natural shape, using clean tools. This enhances air circulation, reduces disease risk, and promotes robust growth. Make cuts just outside the branch collar for optimal healing.

Propagation: Propagation of guatemalan fir is most easily done through cuttings: softwood in late spring and hardwood in late fall. Softwood cuttings root faster (3-4 weeks) but require more care to prevent drying out, while hardwood cuttings take longer (4-6 months) to root.

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