Turkish Fir

Species Name

Turkish Fir (Abies Bornmuelleriana)

Seed Source

High elevations in northwestern Turkey.

Character

Hardy, rich green colour, long needles. Medium growth rate, very drought-tolerant.

Soil

Should ideally be planted in fairly well-drained soil. However, this species is very adaptable to various soil types.

Growth

Medium growth rate. Shade-tolerant. Dark, shiny upper needle surfaces that are grooved.

Needle

Excellent.

Shade

Good

Aspect

Any

Description

Mature trees: A tall tree with a long clear bole surmounted by a pyramidal crown that becomes flat-topped with age, growing to a height of 46 m. Bark: smooth, gray, scaly, with resin blisters; branches: grooved, pale brown or dull gray with a blackish pubescence.

Native to the mountains in northwestern Turkey, we ensure our seed comes from a very high altitude in order meet hardiness requirements.