5 Seeds Corkbark Fir Abies lasiocarpa Evergreen Conifer Tree
Corkbark Fir (Abies lasiocarpa) is a distinctive evergreen conifer valued for its appealing silvery-blue foliage and corky, textured bark that develops as the tree matures. This slow-growing fir forms a narrow, conical shape that works beautifully as a specimen tree in home landscapes, rock gardens, and mixed conifer plantings, offering year-round structure and color.
Grown primarily as an ornamental, the Corkbark Fir brings cool-toned texture to lawns, borders, and woodland gardens, and its dense branching provides cover for birds and wildlife. It prefers cooler climates and well-drained soil, growing steadily into a graceful, upright tree over time.
Species: Abies lasiocarpa
Variety: Corkbark Fir
Type: Evergreen conifer
Plant_Habit: Narrow, conical, slow-growing
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 4-7
Germination: Cold stratification recommended before sowing
Sowing: Surface sow and lightly press into moist medium
Spacing: 15-20 feet apart at maturity
Notes: Cool-climate conifer