Scientific Name
Abies firma

Common Name
Japanese fir; Momi fir

Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types
Texture: Coarse
Form: Conical; open
Height: 40 to 70'
Width: 40'
Leaf: 1.5" dark green needles are notched at base; sharp prickly point
Flower/Fruit: 3.5 to 5" brown cones
Comments: Able to withstand southern heat, poor drainage; resistant to phytopthora root rot; tends to break buds in early spring and is subject to late frost damage
Cultivars: --
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