Christmastree

Abies alba

Also known as Christmas spruce, Picea abies, Norway spruce, Abies pectinata var. pendula-gracilis

Zones 5–9Sun Partial SunWater ModerateCare Moderate

Native Plants · Trees & Shrubs · Conifer · Evergreen · Christmas Tree · Silver Fir · Landscape · Outdoor · Temperate · Large Tree · Ornamental · European

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In stock at 2 nurseriesStock updated 9/10/2026

Abies alba thrives in cool, temperate climates with moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil and partial to full sun. Water regularly during establishment and dry summers, but avoid waterlogged conditions. This stately evergreen conifer requires ample space and is best suited for large gardens or landscape settings.

Growing conditions

The details behind the basics

Daily light: 5 hours
Watering: Deep water to saturate the root zone; allow soil to partially dry between waterings · Every 10-14 days during dry spells
Maintenance: Low
Soil: loam
Soil pH: 6–7.5
Temperature: -20°F to 85°F
Cycle: Perennial
Propagation: Seed

Hardiness

USDA 5a-9b

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Form & growth

Mature size and habit

Mature height: 15 ft – 50 ft
Spread: 2 ft
Spacing: 240 in apart
Growth rate: Moderate
Root depth: Medium
Flowers: No
Foliage: Medium

Ecology & origin

Where it belongs and what it brings

Native to: Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Corse, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Finland, France, FøRoyar, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Poland, Portugal
Attracts: Birds

Sources: trefle, usda

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2 nurseries carry it

Etiwanda Field Growers

Distance unavailable · 5610 Etiwanda Ave, Mira Loma, CA 91752

RetailPickupDeliveryDelivery min $1200

$205.00

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Zamora Tree Ranch

Distance unavailable · 15236 Bledsoe St, Sylmar, CA 91342

RetailPickupDeliveryDelivery min $500

$100.00–$280.00

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