Papervale Trees
Specialists in Home Grown Trees
Abies concolor / Colorado White Fir
Abies concolor also known as the Colorado White Fir is one of the largest and most spectacular of the Abies species. Its size make it suitable for only the largest gardens, parks and arboretums.
The perfectly straight, grey trunk stretches high into the sky and remains smooth for many years. When the tree is older and matured, the base of the trunk becomes corky and grooved. It’s branches are at an almost perfect right angle to the main trunk. The lovely light blue-grey colour of the needles is characteristic of Abies and ensures that this tree is an eye-catcher, especially during the spring time. The sickle-shaped needles are slightly pointed and curled upwards. Upright, cylindrical cones appear during autumn that can be seen with a purplish-brown colour.
A.concolor is a tough customer that can withstand prolonged periods of very cold weather. It prefers a neutral to acidic soil that is reasonably free draining, but tolerates a wide range of conditions. Fully hardy.
Received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit in 1984
The images included in this listing are an example of how the tree will look at maturity – not the tree you will receive. Tree size as per listing description.
Tree Specs
- Common Name: Colorado White Fir
- Botanical Name: Abies concolor
- Mature Height: 15-20mm
- Key Features: Evergreen; Purple Cones; Strong straight growth; Attractive foliage tones
- Supplied: In a 3 litre container of peat-free compost, healthy and very well established, approximately 60-90cm high, with full planting and aftercare instructions
about us
Papervale Trees is an exciting young nursery focused on producing trees of exceptional quality whilst having a strong ethos on sustainable and ethical growing practices.
We propagate and grow over 90% of species on the nursery from "Seed to Sale" ourselves. Any plants we purchase are sourced exclusively from British and Irish nurseries, helping to support the horticulture industry at home and helping to prevent importation of plant pathogens.
payment Policy
We accept payment via Paypal, personal cheques and postal orders. Payment is required within 48 hours of purchase. Cheques may take up to 5 workings days to clear. Paypal is the quickest, safest and our preferred method of payment.
shipping policy
Shipping is free to UK (including Northern Ireland). Trees are dispatched within 24 hours of receiving payment. We use a quick and efficient 2-3 day courier service which is fully traceable.
Orders from the Republic of Ireland are very welcome. At this time however there may be an additional charge. Please contact us directly to arrange.
Returns policy
If you decide you do not wish to keep your purchase please return your items within 30 days for a full refund.
Contact Us
Papervale Trees is located outside Rathfriland, Co.Down and although not open to the public, visits can be arranged on request. If you would like any further information on any of our trees or help and advice on planting projects please contact Jonathan
It is our aim to provide customers with the best possible experience during purchasing their new tree, if however in the unlikely circumstances you do not feel happy with our service please contact us directly before leaving any negative feedback and we will endeavor to resolve any queries.