This large tree has a solitary trunk with deeply furrowed light brown bark and forms a slender conical habit. The glossy dark green leaves are arranged comb-like along the stems and the cones produced are deep purple.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Abies pindrowis naturally found in the western Himalayas growing in coniferous forests in shady northerly positions at an altitude of 2000 to 3000 m (9,842).

It prefers a semi-shaded to full sun open position and grows in well to moderately drained sandy to clay loams with a pH 5-7 and is frost tolerant but dislikes drought or high temperatures.

The Western Himalayan Fir is a large tree that is grown for its conical habit and attractive foliage. It is planted in parks and large gardens as a specimen establishing in 5 to 7 years. It is suitable for river side plantings in cool climates but may be difficult to obtain. ID 2144

Note:
Care should be taken as late frosts can damage saplings at 300 mm to 900 mm tall.

Abies(AH-bee-ays) pindrow(PIN-droh)

Pinaceae(py-NAY-see-ee)
Larches, spruces, pines, firs, hemlocks and cedars