Abies alba aka Common Silver Fir

Caring for Common Silver Fir is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Common Silver Fir should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Common Silver Fir is very sensitive to dry soil. To ensure your Silver Fir is thriving and blooming, choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil should still allow for adequate drainage and contain lots of organic matter. Coco coir or sphagnum moss are great soil additives that will help to retain moisture and provide your Silver Fir with the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. Make sure to mix these soil additives into the potting soil before planting and water the soil thoroughly. By providing your Common Silver Fir with a well-draining, moisture-retaining soil, you can help to maximize its growth and keep it blooming.

During the cold period, it is common for Common Silver Fir to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

The Common Silver Fir is characterized by its slow growth and doesn't need fertilization in addition to its potting soil. By renewing the soil in its pot once a year, it should have enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not from any fertilizers.

Common Silver Fir’s native range is C. and S. Europe.