The dimensions of an adult fir tree
With annual growth steps from 15 to 40 cm, the Nordmann fir strives towards its limit of growth. But this is only in sight at about 25 m. The crown can be up to 8 m wide. Do you have that much space in the garden? If not, find out about the growth characteristics of each one sorts and if you like, grab a smaller, growing specimen.
also read
- Nordmann fir - how to plant it correctly
- Nordmann fir - possible growth per year
- Nordmann fir - your special fertilization requirements
Distance between two Nordmann firs
In the case of large plots, several fir trees can be used as border planting. Such a living fence, however, requires close planting. So that the Nordmann firs can develop well, you should go to plants a planting distance of at least Maintain 1.5 m.
Tips
In addition, attach each newly planted Nordmann fir loosely to a support post, which gives it support and ensures that it grows upright. This way, two neighboring fir trees cannot get in each other's way too much.
Distance to buildings
In retrospect, the distance to buildings could also prove to be too small. Not only that the branches of the fir encounter a growth barrier. A magnificent Nordmann fir also casts a large shadow. And all year round. In this way, a room facing it could get less and less daylight over time.
The renunciation of Fertilize] can be a way of slowing down the growth of a fir tree in advance. So that Needles don't turn brown, but some Epsom salt should be used.
Transplanting is not an alternative
If the recommended planting distance was not adhered to, this is often the case Transplanting the Nordmann fir considered. The younger the tree, the better its chances of surviving the change of place in good health.
- Planting becomes harder with age
- the Nordmann fir forms a long taproot
- it is hardly feasible to dig up the tree without damaging the roots
- a damaged taproot can rarely recover
