Abies pinsapo ‘Aurea’ or the Golden Spanish Fir has a pyramidal habit and pale golden new growth in spring with which is more noticeable on the upper surfaces of the plant. It then matures to green by winter.
In warmer climes the golden color remains all year-round.
Be aware that sun burn can be a problem until it has become established, and it is not very tolerant of subzero winter temperatures.
‘Aurea’ grows slightly slower than the species due to the lack of chlorophyll in the foliage and will take around 30-50 years to reach maximum height.
This is a low maintenance, smaller tree that has good architectural properties, going well in courtyard gardens as well as rock and gravel gardens.