Abies balsamea ‘Piccolo’
Balsam Fir - Small
NATIVAR – A very dwarf Balsam Fir with a uniform globe shape. Dark green needles on short branches which have a slight twist. Prominent brown buds adds a nice contrast. A more refined version of ‘Nana’. Grows 15″ high by 1.5′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
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| Zone | 3 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
Origin
Found as a witch's broom on Abies balsamea 'Nana' in 1982. Introduced by Erwin Carstens Nursery, Germany.
Special Notes
Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Prefers acidic, moist but well draining workable soil. Dislikes extremes such as wet or bone-dry soils.
Maintenance: Selective trimming only when needed.
Group: Dwarf
