Japanese Fir
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Japanese Fir

Price range: $8.80 through $24.40

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Botanical Name: Abies Firma
Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Mature Height: 40-70'
Growth Rate: Slow
Seed Source: China

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50mm Jiffy Plug

Item # Age Height Available 50 250 500 1,000 2,500 5,000
FJAAG502Y01 2 Year 1 - 3" 1,728 4.62 4.40 3.74 3.08 2.86 2.64
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Plastic Gallon

Item # Age Height Available 50 250 500 1,000 2,500 5,000
FJAPL3Y24 3 Year 24 - 36" 40 7.23 7.15 6.78 6.40 6.25 6.10
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SKU: FJA Categories: ,

Description

Notes
Compared to other Firs, the Japanese Fir more capable of growing in warmer southeast climates. Its prickly needles grow to be 1-3 inches long and display a vibrant shade of green.

Uses
Japanese Fir trees are commonly used as Christmas trees and bonsai trees. They also are used for lumber including flooring, crates, and paper pulp.

Wildlife Value
The seeds of this tree are enjoyed by many mammals and birds.

History & Lore
The Japanese Fir is native to Japan. Commonly, it is also referred to as “Momi” meaning “Fir” in Japanese.

Hardiness Zones 6-9 Tree Type Conifer Tree Subtype Fir Mature Height 40-70' Mature Spread 40' Growth Rate Slow Seed Source China
Sun Preference Full sun Soil PH Range 5.5-6.5 Soil Preference Acidic, clay, loamy, sand, well drained soil Tolerant Heat Intolerant Diseases Canker, heart rot, root rot, needle rust, twig blight Pests Bark beetle, spruce budworm, aphid, bagworm, spider mites, scale

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