White Fir 'Blue Cloak'

About this plant

Abies concolor 'Blue Cloak' is a premium selection of the classic White Fir, prized for its exceptionally dense, uniform growth habit and captivating frosty blue foliage. Each soft, fragrant needle is perfectly arrayed, creating a plush, elegant texture that stands out in any landscape. Its naturally refined, upright pyramidal shape requires little to no pruning, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance beauty. Ideal as a specimen plant, a sophisticated anchor in a mixed border, or as a living Christmas tree, 'Blue Cloak' offers year-round visual interest. Its distinctive color provides a stunning contrast against green foliage, brick, or stone, adding a cool, serene elegance to your garden design. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this cultivar is remarkably resilient, adapting well to various conditions once established. Cultivate a piece of refined nature with 'Blue Cloak', a testament to enduring beauty and understated grandeur. Its drought tolerance, deer resistance, and low-maintenance nature make it a smart and stylish investment for discerning gardeners seeking a truly exceptional evergreen.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Water regularly during its first year to establish a strong root system. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant. Protect from strong, drying winds when young. No significant pruning is typically required, other than to remove any dead or damaged branches. Fertilize in spring with a slow-release evergreen formula if soil nutrients are poor.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.