Nordmann Fir

Species Name

Nordmann Fir (Abies Nordmanniana)

Seed Source

Georgia Province, Russia. Also Danish seed orchard (Tests still in progress).

Character

Extremely hardy with dense, shiny green foliage. Fastest growing seed source and excellent resistance to root rot. Tests on Danish seed source have so far shown later flushing and faster growth.

Soil

Moist, well-drained soils. Has performed very well in heavy soils.

Growth

Good growth rate but slow to establish. Beautiful large, flat needles that show white underneath. Lush foliage, tends to be crowded on horizontal branches. Hardy to at least minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit.

Needle

Excellent

Shade

Good

Aspect

Some have had best results on a northeast slope.

Description

Originally grown in north eastern Europe, the Nordmann Fir is extremely adaptable to most conditions. It is more frost hardy than other species. Similar in appearance and characteristics to the Noble Fir, but with more variations. Among the best needle retention. Self-shaping, late breaking fir. Aphid and mite resistant.