Nordmann firs are popular, and not just as Christmas trees. The evergreen plant can also beautify a garden - for many, many years. Since the choice of a strain lasts for a long time, it must be well made. The choice is there.

The cultivated Nordmann fir "Golden Spreader" has bright yellow needles

Region of origin as namesake

The names of the fir varieties seem strange to us Central Europeans. That's because they got their name after their region of origin. These places are mostly in the distant Caucasus. Here some examples:

  • Ambrolauri
  • Apsheronsk
  • Arkhyz
  • Artvin Yalya
  • Borshomi
  • Krasnaya

Ambrolauri

Ambrolauri is an undemanding Nordmann fir with very long, dense and dark green needles. The late sprouting protects them from damage caused by late frosts. The tree grows vigorously and, above all, strongly in width.

Apsheronsk

A variety from the North Caucasus that is ideal for rough locations due to its good frost hardiness. It grows narrow to medium-wide and reaches a height of up to 25 m. Compared to 'Ambrolauri', the needles are shorter and not as lush.

Arkhyz

The meaning of the word is beautiful girl. This fir also forms a beautiful crown. It consists of short needles, is narrow and very dense, but quite stable.

Artvin Yalya

The narrow habit is characterized by lush, deep green needles. The fir grows quickly even on drier soil. However, this variety is more sensitive to frost than many others.

Borshomi

Borshomi is the most famous Christmas tree that you can buy from us. The variety with bushy needles grows quickly and pyramid-like, is wide at the bottom and narrow at the top. As a solitaire in the garden, the tree needs a lot of space to develop freely.

Krasnaya

This Nordmann fir of Russian origin grows well and strides upwards. A slim stature and short needles are typical.

Specialty "Golden Spreader"

The classic varieties are complemented by breeding. The strain with the name "Golden Spreader" stands out with its beauty. It is a dwarf form with the following characteristics:

  • max. height 1.5 m, width 1 m
  • annual growth approx. 3 cm
  • the needles are bright yellow to yellow-green
  • produces thick cones

tips

Plant this variety in a partially shaded area of the garden to avoid sunburning its golden needles.

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