Abies amabilis (Pacific Silver Fir) Category List_vine great as a color contrasting

great as a color contrasting groundcover

The dark red stems can be quite attractive

and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 30 years

and parts of it are known to be toxic to humans and animals

The glossy narrow leaves turn purple in the fall

Abies amabilis (Pacific Silver Fir) Category List_vine great as a color contrastingPacific Silver Fir, similar to Grand Fir, features needles that extend horizontally from both sides. However, it uniquely has shorter needles on the upper side that point forward and lay flat against the twig, creating a texture reminiscent of hair on a dog's tail. This distinct needle arrangement means the twig can only be gently stroking in one direction.