Conifer Database - Coerulescens
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Abies balsamea ‘Coerulescens’

Abies balsamea 'Coerulescens' is a vigorous growing Balsam fir with needles very densely arranged, only .2 - .4 inches (6 - 10 mm) long, .08 inches (2 mm) wide, both sides with bluish stomatal lines.

Originated c.1865 by Seneclauze, France.

Alternate spelling 'Caerulescens' (RHS Encyclopedia of Conifer, 2012)




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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Blue Gree
GROWTH SHAPE:Conical (Pyramidal)
GROWTH SIZE:Large: greater than 12 inches (30 cm) per year / greater than 12 feet (4 m) after 10 years
ORIGIN:(unknown)


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