Abies homolepis
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Common Name: Nikko fir
Type: Needled evergreen
Family: Pinaceae
Zone: 4 to 6
Native Range: Central & southern Japan
Height: 30 to 50 feet
Spread: 20 to 30 feet
Bloom Time: Non-flowering
Bloom Description: Non-flowering
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Medium
Leaves: Evergreen
Other: Winter Interest

Culture

Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Thrives in cool climates, and does not grow well south of USDA Zone 6.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Nikko fir is native to mountainous areas of Japan. It typically grows 30-50’ tall with a pyramidal habit. Needles (to 1.25” long) are glossy dark green above and have two white stomatal bands beneath. Needles are slightly notched at the tip. Purplish cones (to 4” long).

Problems

No serious insect or disease problems. Reportedly tolerates urban pollution better than most other firs.

Garden Uses

Large specimen fir for the landscape.

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