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Korean Fir

Abies Koreana

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Overview

The Korean Fir, Abies koreana, is a compact, evergreen conifer boasting a pyramidal shape, reaching up to 30 feet in height. Its striking needles display a dark green top with silvery undersides, alongside vivid purple cones during the spring. Ideal in USDA zones 5-7, it requires well-drained soil and full to partial sun. An exquisite choice for adding winter interest and texture to landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–7Type Conifer, TreeClimate Temperate

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–7

Shape & size

Mature height
15–35 Ft.
Mature width
8–20 Ft.

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Pinaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Its striking needles display a dark green top with silvery undersides
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — is a striking ornamental conifer that brings a stately presence to any landscape design; it requires minimal pruning, image 80
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — reaching up to 30 feet in height
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Ideal in USDA zones 5-7, it requires well-drained soil and full to partial sun; slightly acidic soil; it is essential to ensure
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — conifer / tree for full or half; it has moderate drought tolerance once established, image 54
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — it requires minimal pruning
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — evergreen conifer boasting a pyramidal shape
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — providing a delightful contrast against the dark foliage; the Korean Fir thrives in full sun to partial shade, image 64
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — is a striking ornamental conifer that brings a stately presence to any landscape design; it requires minimal pruning
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — is a striking ornamental conifer that brings a stately presence to any landscape design; it requires minimal pruning, image 62
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — slightly acidic soil; it is essential to ensure proper drainage as this fir does not tolerate wet feet; ideal in USDA, image 68
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — evergreen conifer boasting a pyramidal shape; alongside vivid purple cones during the spring
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — conifer / tree for full or half; it has moderate drought tolerance once established, image 72
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — slightly acidic soil; it is essential to ensure proper drainage as this fir does not tolerate wet feet
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — a unique trait among firs.<br><br>Adapted to USDA hardiness zones 5 through 7; the Korean Fir produces attractive purple cones
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — alongside vivid purple cones during the spring; commonly known as the Korean Fir, image 58
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — commonly known as the Korean Fir; providing a delightful contrast against the dark foliage, image 79
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — An exquisite choice for adding winter interest and texture to landscapes; its striking needles display a dark green, image 78
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — commonly known as the Korean Fir; providing a delightful contrast against the dark foliage
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — the Korean Fir produces attractive purple cones that mature to a distinguished blue-grey
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — the Korean Fir thrives in full sun to partial shade
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — is a striking ornamental conifer that brings a stately presence to any landscape design
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — providing a delightful contrast against the dark foliage
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — a unique trait among firs.<br><br>Adapted to USDA hardiness zones 5 through 7
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