£55.48
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 is known for its vibrant yellow new shoots, which create a lovely contrast against the mature green needles. As a slow-growing specimen, it forms a broad, conical outline over the years, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a permanent feature for their outdoor areas.
‘Aurea’ usually grows to around 4-8 metres in height over two decades, with a steady growth rate that won’t take over your space. Its neat habit suits medium to large gardens well, and it can even thrive in a large container on patios during its early years. The golden needles offer interest throughout the seasons, looking especially beautiful in spring as fresh growth appears, and in winter when it adds brightness to darker months.
This tree excels at bringing warmth and luminosity to garden settings. The golden tones naturally draw attention and help create structure within your planting scheme. The bright needles catch sunlight beautifully, offering cheerfulness even during overcast weather – particularly welcome in our climate.
Many gardeners select ‘Aurea’ for its distinctive colouring and robust nature. After establishment, it handles various soil conditions well and tolerates urban pollution, making it suitable for city gardens. It also shows good resistance to most common pests and diseases, requiring minimal intervention.
For gardeners wanting to introduce year-round form and golden beauty to their plots, Spanish Fir ‘Aurea’ makes a superb choice. Its appealing foliage, sculptural habit, and low-maintenance character make it a worthwhile investment for any garden.
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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