Habit: Conical coniferous tree with fissured and scaly, rust brown to grey bark

Height: 30m (100ft)  Width: 4-6m (20ft)

Leaf Description: Purplish red winter shoots covered in a waxy bloom. Hairless shoots, green grey or bluish green leaves to 4cm long

Flowering: Conical female cones, 3cm long have reflexed scales and concealed bracts

Hardy: Full hardy

Site Sitability: Grow in any deep, well drained soil in full sun

Pest & Diseases: Honey fungus and adelgids