| Common Name: |
Nikko Fir |
| Scientific Name: |
Abies homolepis |
| Category: |
Tree |
| Habit: |
Needled evergreen |
| Form: |
Pyramidal habit |
| Fruit Description: |
Purplish cones to 4 in. long |
| Foliage Description: |
Needles (to 1 1/4 in. long) are glossy dark green above and have two white stomatal bands beneath. Needles are slightly notched at the tip |
| Height of Plant: |
30-50 ft. |
| Spread of Plant: |
20-30 ft. |
| Hardiness: |
USDA Zones 4 - 6 |
| Light Requirements: |
Full sun to part shade |
| Water Usage: |
Medium |
| Soil Type: |
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils |
| Native Range: |
Native to mountainous areas of Central and Southern Japan |
| Maintenance: |
Medium |
| Photographer: |
Susan Brown |
| Location: |
Contemplation Garden |