Abies amabilis Red fir (Pinaceae) Evergreen tree

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Abies amabilis
Red fir
Evergreen tree
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The Abies amabilis plant species is found in Northwestern N. America - Alaska to Oregon. It is a member of the Pinaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Red fir.

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Latin Name:  Abies amabilis
Common Name:  Red fir
Family:  Pinaceae
Author:  Douglas. ex Forbes.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  30   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  High mountain slopes and benches, going down to sea-level in the north of its range[82]. The best specimens grow in deep moist soils and cool wet air conditions such as fog belts[229].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow early February in a greenhouse or outdoors in March[78]. Germination is often poor, usually taking about 6 - 8 weeks[78]. Stratification is said to produce a more even germination so it is probably best to sow the seed in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe in the autumn[80, 113]. The seed remains viable for up to 5 years if it is well stored[113]. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on for at least their first winter in pots. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Alternatively, if you have sufficient seed, it is possible to sow in an outdoor seedbed. One report says that it is best to grow the seedlings on in the shade at a density of about 550 plants per square metre[78] whilst another report says that they are best grown on in a sunny position[80].

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