Noble fir - Abies nordmanniana

Abies nordmanniana , also known as the Caucasian fir or the Nordmann fir , is a species of conifer in the Pinaceae family, native to the Caucasus mountains and northeastern Turkey. It is one of the most popular species of fir used as a Christmas tree due to its elegant appearance, dense crown and the strength of its needles.

The Nordmann fir has a slow growth and can reach a height of 60-70 meters in its natural environment, with a thick trunk that can have a diameter of up to 2 meters. The leaves are acicular, glossy, of an intense green on the upper side, and on the lower side they have two distinct white stripes. The cones are cylindrical, erect, with a length of 10-20 cm and a purplish brown color before ripening.

This species prefers well-drained soils, rich in nutrients and semi-shaded or sunny places, being resistant to cold. Due to its ornamental appearance and longevity, Abies nordmanniana is cultivated both for decorative purposes and for the production of quality wood.

Indoor storage conditions: This fir tree is an outdoor plant, but it can also be kept indoors during the holidays, provided it is placed in a cool area (e.g. a closed/open balcony), well ventilated and watered when the substrate it is dry. It does NOT tolerate high temperatures well.

Height with pots included: 80+ cm. The measurement is made from the ground to the top of the tree.
Pot diameter: 24 cm

The pictures are informative - they are natural firs, each copy is unique and has a different shape/development. The transport pot can be damaged/cracked due to the weight of the substrate and the plant.