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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 5–7Climate Temperate
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — reaching up to 30 feet in height

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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Photos (81)

Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — evergreen conifer boasting a pyramidal shape; alongside vivid purple cones during the spring, image 73
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — Its striking needles display a dark green top with silvery undersides; conifer / tree for full or half, image 75
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — conifer / tree for full or half; it has moderate drought tolerance once established, image 72
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — alongside vivid purple cones during the spring; commonly known as the Korean Fir, image 76
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) — Ideal in USDA zones 5-7, it requires well-drained soil and full to partial sun; slightly acidic soil; it is essential, image 77
Korean Fir (Abies Koreana) — commonly known as the Korean Fir; providing a delightful contrast against the dark foliage, image 79
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) — the Korean Fir produces attractive purple cones that mature to a distinguished blue-grey; an exquisite choice for, image 81

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