£31.48
Spanish Fir ‘Aurea’ is a striking evergreen that adds year-round structure and golden colour to UK gardens. This Abies pinsapo cultivar grows into a broad, conical shape with bright yellow new growth contrasting with older green needles. It’s hardy, low-maintenance, and perfect for adding a touch of warmth to medium and large gardens.
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The Spanish Fir ‘Aurea’ Abies pinsapo is a stunning evergreen that adds brilliant golden tones to gardens. This particular variety catches attention with its vibrant yellow new shoots, creating a lovely contrast against the mature green needles. As a slow-growing specimen, it forms a wide, conical silhouette over the years, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a permanent feature for their outdoor areas.
This cultivar generally grows to around 4-8 metres in height over two decades, expanding at a steady pace that won’t take over your space. Its neat habit suits medium to large gardens well, and it can even thrive in a generous container on patios during its early years. The golden needles offer continuous visual appeal throughout the seasons, appearing especially vibrant in spring as fresh growth appears, and providing welcome brightness during winter’s grey months.
What makes this tree particularly appealing is its ability to introduce warmth and luminosity to garden settings. The golden tones create a natural centrepiece, catching attention and bringing structure to planting schemes. These bright needles appear to shine in sunlight, offering cheerfulness even during overcast weather – particularly valuable in our climate.
Many gardeners select ‘Aurea’ for its distinctive colouring and robust nature. After getting established, it tolerates various soil conditions and handles urban pollution well, suiting town gardens nicely. It also shows good resistance to common pests and diseases, requiring minimal ongoing attention.
For gardeners wanting to introduce lasting structure and golden beauty to their gardens, Spanish Fir ‘Aurea’ makes a superb choice. Its striking needles, strong architectural presence, and low-maintenance character make it a worthwhile investment for any outdoor area.
Caring for Spanish Fir ‘Aurea’ is relatively straightforward, which is good news for gardeners. Plant it in a spot that gets full sun to partial shade, as this will help develop the best foliage colour. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil but can adapt to various soil types. Water regularly when it’s first planted to help it establish. Once settled, it’s quite drought-tolerant but will appreciate occasional deep watering during dry spells. You don’t need to feed it often – a light application of balanced fertiliser in spring is enough. Pruning isn’t necessary to maintain its shape, but you can remove any dead or damaged branches if needed. Keep an eye out for any signs of needle browning or dieback, which could indicate stress. ‘Aurea’ is hardy in most parts of the UK, but in very cold areas, it might appreciate some shelter from harsh winds, especially when young.
Ultimate height
4–8 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
Shaw Green Trees aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
Seeds
We generally send seeds out via Royal Mail Second Class. It’s the safest and easiest way to deliver seeds.
Young Trees
Young trees (Less than 1.2m) will generally be sent via Evri.
Larger quantities of young trees will be sent via ParcelForce or pallet courier..
Huge Trees
Some of our huge trees are too tall to be sent via a courier. They are generally only available for collection from our nursery, local delivery or via occasionally pallet courier. This will be shown on the individual product page.
Located in Euxton, West Lancashire, our business is dedicated to providing high-quality UK-grown trees and seeds.
With a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, we offer a diverse range of tree species, ensuring that our customers receive the finest selection of UK-native trees and seeds.
From majestic oaks to delicate blossoms, our stock is carefully cultivated to thrive in the British climate, making it the perfect choice for both amateur gardeners and seasoned professionals.
With a commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, we aim to be your reliable ally in crafting stunning and eco-conscious landscapes throughout the UK.
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