Abies pinsapo – Spanish fir

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Abies pinsapo – Spanish fir

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Green conifer which only appears in the wild in a small area of Southern Spain and Northern Morocco. Grows to a large tree with a broad pyramidal crown, 20 - 30 m tall. Often remains somewhat smaller in nature than in culture. When young, the crown has a regular structure, older trees are somewhat untidier. The bark is light grey to grey and remains smooth for a long time. Only when older does the bark come off in plates. The young twigs are reddish brown with needles radiating in all directions, an important and distinctive feature of this species. They are perpendicular to the twig. The stiff needles are grey-green to blue-green and up to 2 cm long. The large, narrow cylindrical cones are light purplish green. Suitable for parks and large gardens. Grows on all soils provided they are well-drained and neutral to limy. Tolerates drought.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Specifications
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Height
20 - 30 m
Width
10-12 m
Crown
broad pyramidal, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
twigs reddish brown, bark light grey to dark grey
Leaf
stiff needles, grey-green to blue-green, 0.6 - 2 cm long, evergreen
Flowers
♂ purplish red, 0.5 - 0.7 cm, ♀ green, June, fragrant flowers
Fruits
narrow cylindrical cones, light purplish brown, 9 - 15 cm long by 3 - 5 cm wide
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
any, if well-drained, prefers neutral to limy soil
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
7a (-17,7 to -15,0 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
can withstand wind
Application
tree containers, roof gardens
Shape
specimen conifer
Origin
Southern Spain, Northern Morocco
Specimen conifer clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving suitable for shadow suitable for dry soil can withstand wind broad conical 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green greygreen green average growing non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Fragrant flowers
Frequently asked questions
Abies pinsapo

Abies pinsapo can eventually reach a height of 20 - 30 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Abies pinsapo is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 30 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Abies pinsapo is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Abies pinsapo with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Abies pinsapo blooms in june.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.