the picea abies "nidiformis", commonly known as Red fir-tree nest, is a variety of spruce characterized by a form compact and rounded similar to a nest. this ornamental plant grows slowly reaching moderate heights and has short branches and densely arranged. its leaves are aghiform, green dark, offering persistent coverage throughout the year. suitable for rocky gardens, edges and more limited spaces, the fir-tree red nest is appreciated for its distinctive shape and appearance decorative.
form: the main feature of this
variety is its compact and rounded shape similar to a nest.
grows slowly, maintaining a dense and regular structure,
making it ideal for small gardens or rocky areas.
leaves: leaves are aghiform, green
dark, and are placed in a dense way on the branches. This leaflet
persistent provides green coverage throughout the year.
Size: compared to other varieties of spruce,
the 'nidiformis' has moderate dimensions, reaching a height and a
limited width. this feature makes it suitable for
smaller gardens or as a cover plant.
adaptability: is generally adaptable to different types of soil,
provided they are well drained. however, prefers soils slightly
acid and humid. grows better in sunny or partially
Shaded. good exposure to the sun will help maintain
the dark green color of the leaves.
use: cultivated for ornamental purposes, this variety is
often used as an isolated plant, in groups or even in
decorative containers for the patio or balcony.
maintenance: requires moderate maintenance, with possible
pruning to maintain the desired shape and promote growth
dense. generally, it is resistant to many common diseases of
trees.
native to the mountainous regions of central Europe and northern, this plant is naturally found in mountain wooded environments, where it grows slowly forming its characteristic compact shape nest. cultivated as an ornamental plant, the red honeycomb is become popular in landscape gardens for its elegant structure and persistent foliage.