flaky fir

An evergreen, coniferous tree growing up to 40m height when grown in optimal conditions. This species is characteristic for its flaky, papery bark, very similar to a birch tree. The reddish-brown bark develops on trees from around 6th year of growth. Shoots are densely covered with thin hairs. New vegetative buds are red-brown and resinous. 1.5-2.5 long needles are densely arranged, attractive blue-green, with two pale stomatal lines on the underside. Seed cones are dark blue when young, contrasting with pale foliage in spring.