Abies pinsapo

Spanish Fir

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Common Name:

Spanish Fir

Plant Type:

Perennial

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

3

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) - Description

Abies pinsapo (Spanish Fir) is a species of fir native to southern Spain and northern Morocco. Related to other species of mediterranean firs, is considered the Andalusian National Tree, native of the Andalusian mountains. In Spain, it appears at altitudes of 900–1,700 metres (3,000–5,600 ft) in the Sierra de Grazalema in the province of Cádiz and the Sierra de las Nieves and Sierra Bermeja, both near Ronda in the province of Málaga. In Morocco, it is limited to the Rif Mountains at altitudes of 1,400–2,100 metres (4,600–6,900 ft) on Jebel Tissouka and Jebel Tazaot.

Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) - Blooming

Fir trees are planted for screens and windbreaks. White fir is often planted as an ornamental in large parks.

Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) - Growth

Most firs grow slowly in hot and dry climates at low elevations. Height ranges from dwarfed varieties (avg. 2'-3', 'Abies balsamea') to gigantic (upwards of 200', 'Abies nobilis').

Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) - Planting

Allow ample room when planting firs as some species can get 20' wide at the base.

Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) - Pest

Aphids can be a problem for new growth on shoots.

Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) - Interesting facts

Though often confused with spruce trees, firs are recognizable by their tall, symmetrical shape, large cones (or spiky stalks after ripening) and soft green or gray/blue needles. Most are North American in origin, and grow best in mountainous climates. Firs attract birds, and some varieties are suitable for creating bonsais.