Overview
Abies delavayi 'Green Giant' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Abies, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Abies delavayi 'Green Giant' 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 delavayi 'Green Giant' is a cultivar of the Abies genus, which comprises evergreen coniferous trees known for their whorled branches and narrow, flattened leaves with a whitish underside. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and retains its evergreen foliage throughout the year. It thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered positions with fertile, well-drained soil that can be clay, loam, or sand, and tolerates acid to neutral pH. Suitable for architectural planting and low-maintenance gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H7 and is best propagated by seed. Its seasons of interest are spring and summer.
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 delavayi 'Green Giant' 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 delavayi 'Green Giant'
- 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 delavayi 'Green Giant'?
Abies delavayi 'Green Giant' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Abies delavayi 'Green Giant' need?
Abies delavayi 'Green Giant' 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 delavayi 'Green Giant' hardy in the UK?
Abies delavayi 'Green Giant' 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 delavayi 'Green Giant'?
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 cilicicaCilician fir
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