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Abies koreana

Also Known As

Korean Fir

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 15'-18'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Abies koreana plant details

Abies koreana is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. and purple fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 15 FT - 18 FT - tall
Uses: unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies koreana

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fir is highly esteemed for ?its modest size [compact to 40-60'], its decorative character [short erect leaves show their very white reverse], and its handsome deep-purple cones [borne when fairly young]? (Bean). S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

The Korean Fir is becoming very popular in landscaping because of its naturally pyramidal shape, soft evergreen foliage, and bright purple cones which are produced even on young trees. The cones look like summer ornaments decorating the well layered branches which contrast against the slightly silver hue edging the green needles. Korean Fir's cones will grow to about five inches tall and stand straight up from the tree's branches.

Abies koreana is a medium growing tree and fits well even in small landscapes. You can begin shearing this tree into a rounded form from a young age to a height of about five feet or let it grow naturally into a Christmas tree form.

15-18 inch tall seedling available in spring of 2018.

By: Red Panda Nursery

The Korean Fir is a small, compact evergreen tree. The abundant cones are often violet purple early in the growing season, and turn more brown with age. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

Korean firs are desirable for their slow growing habit, early cone production and brilliant silver color underneath the leaves. This elegant conifer grows only to 30' tall. The most notable characteristic is the cones, which are a violet-purple to blue, standing upright on the branches. Does best in the cooler climates, although reported to be somewhat more heat tolerant than other firs.