Rocky Mountain Fir (Abies Lasiocarpa)

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By Douglas Justice | Image: Terry Guscott
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Abies Lasiocarpa aka Sub-Alpine Fir or Rocky Mountain Fir

Hardiness: zones 5-7

Features: neat, regular whorls of branches; strong, pleasant aroma

Limitations: subject to balsam woolly adelgid; not drought or heat tolerant

Culture: full sun, even moisture, good drainage and cool conditions; best with low winter humidity

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