White fir 10 PCS fresh seeds. Abies alba

🌱 Abies alba — White fir, Comb fir, European white fir, European fir

White fir seeds for sale. Abies alba is an evergreen coniferous tree native to the mountainous regions of Europe. Key selling points include its attractive foliage, conical shape, and fragrant wood.

🌿 Botanical Description

Abies alba is a large evergreen coniferous tree that can grow up to 60 meters in height. The trunk is straight, with smooth gray-silver bark that becomes rougher and cracks with age. The crown is conical in shape, with branches that grow horizontally and slightly upward. The needles are dark green with two white stripes below, shiny, and short in length - 2-3 cm. Young cones are green in color, while mature cones are dark brown with a red tint and protruding scales.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 0.5-1 cm deep in a cold frame or a seed tray in autumn or early spring. Stratification is required for 3-4 months.
• Germination temperature: 10-15°C. Germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: fertile, fairly moist. pH: slightly acidic to neutral. Drainage: well-drained.
• Watering and fertilization: keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 (-29°C to -23°C). Frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Abies alba is native to the mountainous regions of Europe, including the Alps, the Carpathians, and the Pyrenees. It grows in sunny places and partial shade, preferring humid climate zones. It is sensitive to dry frosty winds and spring frosts, as well as air pollution from smoke and gases.

✨ Interesting Facts

Abies alba has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. The wood is highly valued for its fragrance and durability. The tree is also a popular ornamental species in gardens and parks.

🪴 Conservation Status

Abies alba is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.