Conifers are cone bearing seed plants which are called as Gymnosperms also means ‘Naked Seeds’. There varied sizes ranging from trees to shrubs make them popular and an addition to almost every garden. It is also the largest source of timber wood. It’s astonishing size and shape adds beauty and makes it scenic. Why you should have them in your garden? There varied size and shapes makes them extremely popular and a must have in your garden area or even in pots which you normally use for decorations. Their conical shape makes it so great to look at that it is uncontrollable to not have it in your home. Especially in winters when other plants loose colors and are dry, Japanese garden plants list bloom in their own magnificent way. Conifers that are popularly used are many but a few of them are those which can be seen regularly. Among which you can choose based on your personal liking. Here are some of them. To start with Abies Alba 'Pendula' it is commonly known as “Weeping Silver Fir”. It is a low maintenance upright conifer. As said it is upright and narrow with irregular pendulous branches. They have Soft green needles with silver banded undersides. They need medium or full sun exposure. Turns out to be excellent choice for rock garden and the best part it can accommodate to almost every kind of soil type from dry moisture. Next comes Abies Alba 'Pyramidalis' which is called “Pyramidal Silver Fir”, it is a dense, columnar conifer which has deep green needles that gives it softer appearance. It requires medium to full sunlight exposure like the previous one. It should be moderately watered and protected from afternoon sun. Abies balsamea 'Nana' commonly known as “Dwarf Balsam fir”, it is of a small bun like shaped plant. They have shiny green leaves and unlike others can only sustain medium sunlight exposure. It does well when moderately watered. Abies balsamea 'Piccolo' is yet another popular conifer. It is commonly known as “Piccolo balsam Fir” and is a small globed shaped plant. They have dense and short vertical branches. It is a perfect choice for rock gardens, containers and small landscapes. Also can sustain partial to full sunlight exposure and requires moderate watering. Abies balsamea 'Prostrata' commonly known as “Prostrata Balsam Fir”; they have smaller than usual needles and gray green leaves on a low spreading bun form. Extremely different and prefers full sunlight. Requires moderate watering like other conifers and prefers a moist or well drained soil. So go ahead and get your choice of Conifer from Oriental Garden Supply now!!!!
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