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 5–7Climate Temperate

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

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — reaching up to 30 feet in height

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Its striking needles display a dark green top with silvery undersides

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — alongside vivid purple cones during the spring

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — These cones are especially eye-catching as they appear upright on the branches

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — An exquisite choice for adding winter interest and texture to landscapes

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–7

Shape & size

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

Classification

Family: Pinaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — evergreen conifer boasting a pyramidal shape

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Ideal in USDA zones 5-7, it requires well-drained soil and full to partial sun

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — reaching up to 30 feet in height

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Its striking needles display a dark green top with silvery undersides

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — alongside vivid purple cones during the spring

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — These cones are especially eye-catching as they appear upright on the branches

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — An exquisite choice for adding winter interest and texture to landscapes

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — commonly known as the Korean Fir

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — 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) — is a striking ornamental conifer that brings a stately presence to any landscape design

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) — the Korean Fir thrives in full sun to partial shade

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — a unique trait among firs.<br><br>Adapted to USDA hardiness zones 5 through 7

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Given its slow growth rate

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — it requires minimal pruning

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — It has moderate drought tolerance once established

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — reaching up to 30 feet in height; these cones are especially eye-catching as they appear upright on the branches

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — evergreen conifer boasting a pyramidal shape; alongside vivid purple cones during the spring

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Its striking needles display a dark green top with silvery undersides; conifer / tree for full or half

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — conifer / tree for full or half

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — alongside vivid purple cones during the spring; commonly known as the Korean Fir

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) — the Korean Fir produces attractive purple cones that mature to a distinguished blue-grey; an exquisite choice for adding winter

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