
Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica ‘Glauca Compacta’
Corkbark Fir - Blue Compact
A semi-dwarf Corkbark Fir. Forms a very dense perfect pyramid of stunning, soft to the touch silvery-blue needles. Resembles a Colorado Blue Spruce but with softer needles. Grows 5′ high by 3′ wide in a 10 year period. *Not to be confused with the regular Blue Compact Alpine Fir (Abies lasiocarpa ‘Glauca Compacta’) which is much less full.*
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown.
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: Intermediate
