Algerian Fir (Abies numidica) 10 seeds (#803)

A tree with a loose, conical shape and decorative needles. It grows quite fast - up to 25 cm annually. At the age of ten, it reaches 2.5 m in height and 1.5 m in diameter. After a dozen or so years, it will grow up to 4-5 m in height.
The needles are green, stiff, arranged in a crest, slightly bent upwards. They form the letter V on the shoot.
In cooler climates it rarely forms cones and can even freeze in severe winters (min USDA zone 5).
It requires fertile, well-drained, moderately moist, slightly acidic soil, and a sunny or semi-shaded position, sheltered from winds.
Recommended for small gardens in exposed places.

Genus - Abies
Species - numidica
Common name - Algerian Fir
Pre-Treatment - Required, (30 days cold moist stratification)
Hardiness zones - 4 - 7
Height - 12 m
Spread - 9 m
Plant type - Tree
Vegetation type - Evergreen
Exposure - Sun, partial shade
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Mildly acidic, Neutral (pH 6-7.5)
Soil type - Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Water requirements - Average Water, well draining
Leaf / Flower color - Green / --

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
A short period of cold and moist stratification (in the fridge) needed.
1. Soak the seeds in clean water for 24 hours. Fully drain away all of the water and place the seeds in a zip-lock freezer bag. Place the seeds in the fridge. Make sure the seeds during this period not dry out or are waterlogged otherwise the pre-treatment will be ineffective.
2. After 6-8 weeks of teh pretreatment seeds are ready to be sown.
3. Sow in a good quality potting compost. It shoudl be sterile and clean, never used before. Firm the compost gently, water and sow the seeds on the surface. Cover the seeds lightly (~2 mm) of vermiculite or sieved compost. Keep moist and at room temperature.
4. Germination will begin in a few weeks.