Overview
Abies cilicica is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Abies, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Abies cilicica grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include architectural and low maintenance.
About
Abies cilicica, also known as Cilician fir or Taurus fir, is a species of conifer in the family Pinaceae. It is found mainly in southern Turkey, and in a lesser measure in Lebanon and Syria. Abies cilicica and Cedrus libani, together with Acer hyrcanum subsp. tauricolum and Sorbus torminalis subsp. orientalis, are the predominant trees in the phytocoenosis Abeti-Cedrion, a type of forest of the middle and eastern Taurus Mountains of Turkey. Over 5,000 years of logging, burning, and grazing have reduced these forests to enclaves. In the wild it grows across Lebanon-Syria and Türkiye. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is fully hardy throughout the UK (RHS H7). It works well for architectural and low maintenance. It tolerates acid and neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing, north-facing, east-facing and west-facing aspects. Grow in deep, moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a sheltered position. See conifer cultivation.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Abies
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Abies cilicica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Abies cilicica
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to adelgids and aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free, but may be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Abies cilicica?
Abies cilicica prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Abies cilicica need?
Abies cilicica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Abies cilicica hardy in the UK?
Abies cilicica has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Abies cilicica?
Propagate by seed.
More in the Abies genus
- Abiesfir
- Abies alba 'Fastigiata'
- Abies balsameabalsam fir
- Abies balsamea 'Prostrata'
- Abies borisii-regisKing Boris fir
- Abies cephalonica 'Meyer's Dwarf'Greek fir 'Meyer’s Dwarf'
- Abies delavayi 'Green Giant'
- Abies densaSikkim fir
