Attractive dwarf fir with short, dark green, blunt tipped needles that have two white stripes on the undersides. The needles reflect a bit of showy frosting to the plant when held radically. The shoots emerge upward, flattening with age to create a dense round tree that fills in over time.
Botanical Name- Abies nordmanniana ‘Arnes Dwarf’ Pronunciation- AY-bee-eez nord-man-ee-AY-nuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade Soil Preferences- Moist, well-drained, acid soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Valentine’s Crush Hardy Hibiscus – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (chickadees, nuthatches), shelter for beneficial insects Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C7 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches in late winter; maintain consistent moisture and apply slow-release fertilizer in spring. Trimming Instructions- Minimal pruning, mainly to remove dead or damaged branches. Best in late winter. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a slightly acidic, slow-release conifer fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in early spring; low to moderate feeding need. In heavier clay, avoid overwatering and consider mixing in compost. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Adelgids, spruce budworms, needle rust, root rot
