Abies koreana 'Silberperl'
Korean fir
- 30-40 cm high
- Grey foliage
- Evergreen
- Very hardy
- For a sunny position
a distinctive selection, silvery due to the slight twist of the needles showing the silvery undersides that is typical for the species. The cultivar is also notable for its buds which are round and resin-coated, resembling silver pearls.
Garden use
Use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 3 - 5 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 30 - 40 cm |
|---|---|
| Leaf colour | Grey-green |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Very slow |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average, Moist |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Abies koreana 'Silberperl' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Abies |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Common names |
NL: Koreaanse zilverspar EN: Korean fir FR: Sapin de Corée DE: Korea-Tanne |
| Parentage | Witch's Broom |
| Breeder | Günther Horstmann |
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