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Noble Fir (Abies procera): complete growing guide
Abies procera
Everything about the Noble Fir (Abies procera): planting, care, soil needs and winter hardiness. Practical tips for this majestic conifer in your garden.
Cedar of lebanon: complete guide
Cedrus libani
Everything you need to know about growing Cedrus libani: ideal conditions, care, hardiness and companion planting for this majestic evergreen.
Keteleeria davidiana: complete guide
Keteleeria davidiana
Learn about David's Keteleeria, a majestic Chinese conifer tree. Perfect for large gardens needing an imposing focal point of evergreen structure.
Lodgepole pine: complete guide
Pinus contorta
Everything you need to grow Pinus contorta successfully – light, soil, watering, pruning and companion plants for this hardy pine.
Pinus densata: complete guide
Pinus densata
Discover the Gaoshan Pine, an impressive Asian conifer with dense needle foliage. Perfect for large gardens in full sun. Details on care and planting.
Ponderosa pine: complete guide
Pinus ponderosa
Discover how to grow and care for Ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa): ideal conditions, watering needs, pruning tips, and companion plants for large gardens.
Weymouth pine: complete guide
Pinus strobus
Everything you need to know about Pinus strobus: growing conditions, care, soil needs, and companion planting. Ideal for large gardens and windbreaks.
Populus ciliata: complete guide
Populus ciliata
Himalayan poplar is a fast-growing slender tree (20-25m) ideal for large gardens. Elegant foliage, golden autumn color. Perfect windbreak and screening.
Western balsam poplar: complete guide
Populus trichocarpa
How to grow Western balsam poplar (Populus trichocarpa): location, soil, watering, and care. Best for large gardens in USDA zones 4-8.