Abies balsamea 'Verkade's Postrate' is a densely branched, prostate, slow-growing shrub. If the tree forms a leader, it should be removed to preserve the shape. Needles are light green when young, later maturing to dark green. Typical rate of growth in most areas is 1.5 to 2 inches (4 - 6 cm), resulting in a flattened shrub, 18 to 24 inches (45 - 60 cm) wide after 10 years in the landscape.
John Verkade and his namesake Nursery in Asbury, New Jersey introduced this cultivar in 1984.
A dwarf, prostrate form with nice dark green color. Grows about 1 inch (2.5 cm) per year and will not develop a leader.
