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Buy Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor'

Also Known As

  • Blue Emperor Korean Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'-10'
  • W: 2'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor' plant details

Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright, powder-blue needles on this slow-growing pyramidal selection of Korean Fir have a beautiful color throughout the year.

Gardening facts about Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor' plant

How to Grow Abies koreana 'Blue Emperor'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'-18'

  • sun - mostly sun
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Size

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  • sun - dappled shade
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