description Abies balsamea 'Nana' Overview
Abies balsamea 'Nana' is a dwarf cultivated form of balsam fir, the North American conifer Abies balsamea. It has a compact, rounded or mounding habit, dark green evergreen needles, and the resinous fragrance associated with balsam fir. In cultivation, it is used where a smaller evergreen conifer is wanted instead of the size and spread of a full grown forest tree.
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What plant is Abies balsamea 'Nana' a dwarf form of?
It is a dwarf cultivated form of Abies balsamea, the balsam fir native to North America. The cultivar keeps the species' evergreen needles and resinous balsam scent in a much smaller form.
What does Abies balsamea 'Nana' look like?
It typically forms a compact, rounded or mounding plant with dark green needles. Its slow, restrained habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens and deliberate landscape compositions.
Where can Abies balsamea 'Nana' be planted?
It is used where a full-sized balsam fir would be too large, such as rock gardens, foundation plantings or mixed shrub borders. The site should match the moisture and light conditions suitable for balsam fir.
Does Abies balsamea 'Nana' keep its needles in winter?
Yes, it is an evergreen conifer, so its dark green needles remain through winter. The cultivar also retains the resinous fragrance associated with balsam fir.
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