Abies concolor 'Piggelmee' web special

Abies concolor 'Piggelmee' web specialDon't you just love the name? It is a small witch's broom from Abies concolor 'Candicans', and is ideal for the rock garden or small spaces. The lovely pale blue thick needles are short and densely packed on short stems, keeping it very dwarf and broader than high. 'Piggelmee' was found in the Netherlands in the 1970's. It is hard to propagate due to the short branches. Grows less than 1 inch per year.

In the spring the new growth displays pink tips

·       Hard to propagate – many cultivars do not root easily from cuttings

adding to its value

The plant is quite hardy

then the flowers take center stage

A great contrast plant

A large growing

The plant itself is one of the most handsome foliage wise of any variety that we grow

Staking is recommended for the first year or two

This plant

A primula called 'Wanda'

Its compact habit makes it ideal for edging