Abies amabilis Pacific Silver Fir

  • Abies amabilis, Pacific Silver Fir
  • Plant type
    • Coniferous Tree
  • Native or non-native
    • Native
  • Sun & shade levels
    • Full Sun
  • Soil conditions
    • Very Dry
    • Dry
  • Upland/wetland ratings
    • UPL-Very dry, found in upland
  • Yearly Height, Width
    • 6-12 in., 4-6 in.
  • Ten Year Height, Width
    • 6 ft., 4 ft.
  • Matured Height, Width
    • 165 ft., 35 ft.
 

A dense, conifer with a cylindrical, or conical shape, commonly found at high elevations. It may grow to 165 feet, but is usually much smaller. Its unique, shorter needles lie flat against stem. Older bark is whitish-gray with white patches.

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