red fir

How to Grow and Care for red fir

red fir · Abies magnifica
Also known as: Californian red fir

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

Watering: Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once establishedSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing red fir

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleDeep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeClay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingLight conifer feed once yearly in early spring only
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

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

How to Water red fir?

Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for red fir?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for red fir?

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What Soil Is Best for red fir?

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

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize red fir?

Light conifer feed once yearly in early spring only

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How to Prune red fir?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate red fir?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant red fir?

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How to Care for red fir in Winter?

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How to Plant red 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 red fir?

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How to Harvest red 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 red fir

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More General Info About red fir

Attributes of red fir

Plant typeConifers · Trees
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitColumnar upright
OriginUSA (California, Oregon, Nevada)

Scientific Classification

Species
Abies magnifica
Genus
Abies
Family
Pinaceae
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