Corkbark Fir 20/40cm (2L)
Abies lasiocarpa
£22.95
The Corkbark Fir (Abies lasiocarpa) is a stunning evergreen tree with unique corky bark and silvery-blue needles, perfect for adding natural beauty to UK gardens.
- ✓ Perfect for UK gardens, this stunning Corkbark Fir features unique textured bark and silvery-blue needles that create a striking visual contrast. Its compact, pyramidal growth habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, where it can be used as a focal point or planted in groups.
- ✓ The Corkbark Fir is a valuable addition to any garden, not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its environmental benefits. As an evergreen, it provides year-round habitat and shelter for a variety of wildlife, including birds and small mammals, and its dense foliage makes it an effective windbreak.
- ✓ This hardy conifer thrives in cooler climates and is well-suited for cultivation in the UK. It requires well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, and may benefit from occasional fertilisation to promote healthy growth. With its unique features and low-maintenance care requirements, the Corkbark Fir is a must-have for any nature-loving gardener.
- ✓ Measuring 20-40cm in cell size, this Corkbark Fir is a versatile and easy-to-grow addition to your garden. Its compact size makes it suitable for a range of planting locations, and its slow to moderate growth rate ensures it won't quickly outgrow its space. With proper care, this stunning conifer will thrive and provide years of natural beauty to your outdoor space.
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Corkbark Fir – Abies lasiocarpa is a magnificent evergreen tree that adds a touch of natural elegance to any UK garden. Native to the western regions of North America, this hardy conifer thrives in cooler climates and is well-suited for cultivation in the UK.
One of the most distinctive features of the Corkbark Fir is its unique bark. As the tree matures, the bark develops a distinctive corky texture, giving it a unique and visually appealing appearance. The needles of the Corkbark Fir are a stunning silvery-blue colour, creating a stunning contrast against the deep green foliage.
This versatile tree can be used in a variety of garden settings, from formal landscapes to more naturalistic plantings. Its compact, pyramidal growth habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, where it can be used as a focal point or planted in groups to create a striking visual effect.
In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the Corkbark Fir is also a valuable addition to the garden due to its environmental benefits. As an evergreen, it provides year-round habitat and shelter for a variety of wildlife, including birds and small mammals. Its dense foliage also makes it an effective windbreak, helping to protect more delicate plants in the garden.
Care for the Corkbark Fir is relatively straightforward, requiring well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Regular watering is essential, especially during the first few years of establishment, and the tree may benefit from occasional fertilisation to promote healthy growth.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
4–8 metres
Please note: Decorative pots shown are for display purposes only. Your tree will be supplied in a standard plastic nursery pot shown in the other pictures.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Pot Size
2 litre
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-10°C to -5°C (H4)
When MatureWatering
Moderate
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Fragrance
Slight
Dwarf, Rare / Hard to Find
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £1.32 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £10.74 (Flat) | This item |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £5.99 (Flat) | This item |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £13.14 (Flat) | |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC/-1| | £11.94 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Pallet Courier | £108.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Standard Courier (APC) | £29.94 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £96.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.
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