White Fir (Abies concolor) brings a soft, refined presence to the landscape with its long, silvery-blue needles that curve gently upward along well-spaced branches. The foliage has an almost feathery quality, catching the light to create a subtle, glowing effect that stands out beautifully against deeper greens. With its naturally symmetrical, pyramidal form and open branching, it offers structure without heaviness, making it an excellent specimen tree or anchor in mixed plantings. Due to its natural high elevation habitat, this tree will be happiest when planted on the north or east side of a home or in other sheltered areas where it can be protected from intense afternoon heat and wind. White Fir is also highly adaptable to different light conditions and can even be planted in shade.
Photo Credit: Mark Wagner
White Fir
Irrigation Requirement: Low (1/2" every 10-14 days) to Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days). Always start with a moderate level of irrigation until the tree is well established.
Mature Size: 40 - 50' tall and 20 - 30' wide
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 7
Light Requirement: Full Sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
Deer Resistant: Moderate
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Soils: Prefers well-draining sand or loam soils.
Plants in the Abies genus are known host plants for 66 species of native pollinators in northern Utah. White Fir is also an excellent habitat tree for birds and other animals.