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Caucasian Fir, Nordmann Fir, Nordman's Fir 'Tortifolia'

Abiesnordmanniana

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Family

Pinaceae (py-NAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Abies (A-bees)

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Species

nordmanniana (nord-man-ee-AY-nuh)

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Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Grown for foliage

Evergreen

Provides Winter Interest

Height

over 40 ft. (12 m)

Spacing

over 40 ft. (12 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

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Caucasian Fir, Nordmann Fir, Nordman's Fir 'Tortifolia'

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