Abies koreana
Korean fir
Compact evergreen conical tree to 10m tall, with dark green needle-like leaves white beneath, and handsome, cylindrical blue or purple cones, some with protruding bracts, often borne on young trees
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Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Green White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green White | Blue Purple | ||
| Autumn | Green White | Blue Purple | ||
| Winter | Green White |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Abies are evergreen conifers, often very tall, with whorled branches bearing flattened, linear leaves, often whitish beneath, and on the upper branches, large cones which break up whilst attached to the tree
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- South Korea
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in deep, neutral to slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soil, in full sun, with some shelter from cold winds. See conifer cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by seed or propagate by grafting in winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
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