Abies koreana – Korean fir

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Abies koreana – Korean fir

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A conifer with a narrow, pyramidal shape that grows more slowly than most other Abies species. When young, the tree is somewhat irregularly shaped, but later it grows into a very uniform pyramid with an ultimate width of 3 - 4 m. The branches grow closely together, are yellowish grey in colour and have small buds with profuse sap. The dark green needles grow close together, almost forming a brush. A. koreana is lovely all year long thanks to the bluish white colour on the underside of the needles. Unlike other Abies species, the upright cylindrical cones are 4 - 7 cm long and about 2.5 cm wide, already when the tree is still young. At first, they are still green, but later they take on a violet to steel blue colour. There are several interesting cultivars of A. koreana on the market.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
Availability
High (3)
Specifications
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Height
10 - 12 m, slow growing
Width
4-6 m
Crown
narrow pyramidal, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
bark grey with purple lustre, smooth, later peeling slightly
Leaf
dark green needles, 1 - 2 cm, bluish white underneath, evergreen
Flowers
unremarkable, fragrant flowers
Fruits
upright cones, cylindrical, violet to steel blue, autumn
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
all
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
provides food for birds
Application
tree containers, roof gardens
Shape
specimen conifer
Origin
South Korea
Specimen conifer acid soil clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow can withstand wind narrow conical 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres dense crown bluegreen green yellowgreen slow growing provides food for birds non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Fragrant flowers
Frequently asked questions
Abies koreana

Abies koreana can eventually reach a height of 10 - 12 m, slow growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Abies koreana is slow growing and can eventually reach a height of 10 - 12 m, slow growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Abies koreana is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Abies koreana with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Abies koreana blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.