Nordmann Fir, Caucasian Fir

Abies nordmanniana, known as the Nordmann or Caucasian Fir, is now best recognized as the needle-holding Christmas Tree sold by garden centres in December. Its evergreen pyramidal shape and green lustrous needles make it stand out in the landscape as one of the most majestic of firs.

Like most conifers, they prefer free draining soils, but these especially thrive in areas of frequent rain fall and given optimum conditions can reach heights of over 200 feet (60.96 m) tall! Introduced from Turkey in the early 1840s, it grows attractive cones that can grow up to 20 cm long.

It is an attractive evergreen tree with an ultimate spread of 4–8 meters. It thrives in full sun and requires no pruning, making it a low-maintenance addition to any landscape. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to honey fungus.

Nordmann Fir is best planted at least 15 metres away from buildings in large gardens or parkland.

Mature height: 20m+

Common names

Nordmann Fir, Caucasian Fir

Height of tree

20m+

Tree type

Evergreen

Soil type

Well drained, Will tolerate most soil types

Shape

Pyramidal

Foliage Colour

Green

Looks good in

Winter

Location

Parkland

Genus

Abies