Abies nordmanniana subsp. nordmanniana 'Pendula'
Caucasian fir 'Pendula'
An evergreen, weeping form of Caucasian Fir. This form is combines completely pendulous shape with fast growth rate - over 30cm per year. After ten years, the specimen will reach height of over 4 metres. Weeping branches covered in dark green soft needles hang strictly downwards. After time, each specimen will develop a unique, unusual shape.
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Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Pendulous weeping
- Genus
Abies are evergreen conifers, often very tall, with whorled branches bearing flattened, linear leaves, often whitish beneath, and on the upper branches, large cones which break up whilst attached to the tree
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in deep, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soils in cooler climates. May be trained to create an archway. It is best to stake young plants to help the plant to form and guide the leading branch. See conifer cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by grafting.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required.
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free, but may be affected by honey fungus.
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