Siberian fir. Abies sibirica. SEEDS 30 PCS.

🌱 Abies sibirica — Siberian fir

These are seeds of the Siberian fir, a coniferous evergreen tree belonging to the pine family (Pinaceae). Key selling points of this product include high-quality seeds with good germination rates, and the potential for the trees to grow into magnificent, long-lived specimens with valuable timber and medicinal properties.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Siberian fir is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 meters in height, with a columnar crown that begins to form almost from the root. The pine needles are not prickly and have a pleasant smell, making them suitable for producing Fir Balsam. The tree blooms in May, with male and female varieties distinguished by yellow spikelets and purple cones, respectively. The seeds ripen in cones and are used for reproduction. The tree is known for its longevity and can live for a long time.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: spring or autumn, pre-treatment: stratification for 30-60 days
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, time: 1-3 months
• Soil type: moderately moist and loamy, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: well-drained
• Watering and fertilization: regular watering, balanced fertilizer in the growing season
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 (-40°C to -34°C), frost tolerance: high

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Siberian fir is native to Russia and other parts of Siberia, where it grows in cold, temperate climates with moderate moisture levels. It typically inhabits mountainous regions, forests, and river valleys, at altitudes ranging from 500 to 2000 meters above sea level.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Siberian fir has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, with its buds, young shoots, needles, resin, and bark collected for their medicinal properties. The tree is also a valuable source of timber and is used in the production of furniture, pulp, and paper. In addition, the Siberian fir has a significant ecological role, providing habitat and food for various wildlife species.