bristlecone fir

How to Grow and Care for bristlecone fir

bristlecone fir · Abies bracteata
Also known as: Santa Lucia fir

Grows best in deep, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soils in cooler climates. See conifer cultivation

Watering: Deep occasional watering, let soil drain freelySunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing bristlecone fir

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleDeep occasional watering, let soil drain freely
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeClay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingLight slow release conifer feed in spring
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Care Tips

Grows best in deep, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soils in cooler climates. See conifer cultivation

How to Water bristlecone fir?

Deep occasional watering, let soil drain freely

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for bristlecone fir?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for bristlecone fir?

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What Soil Is Best for bristlecone fir?

Soil type
Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for bristlecone fir?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize bristlecone fir?

Light slow release conifer feed in spring

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How to Prune bristlecone fir?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate bristlecone fir?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant bristlecone fir?

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How to Care for bristlecone fir in Winter?

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How to Plant bristlecone fir?

Grows best in deep, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soils in cooler climates. See conifer cultivation

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How to Repot bristlecone fir?

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How to Harvest bristlecone fir?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free, but may be affected by honey fungus.

Pests

May be susceptible to adelgids and aphids

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The Toxicity of bristlecone fir

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Attributes of bristlecone fir

Plant typeConifers · Trees
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitColumnar upright
OriginSouthwestern California

Scientific Classification

Species
Abies bracteata
Genus
Abies
Family
Pinaceae
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