Korean Fir 'Aurea', Aurea Korean Fir
Abies koreana ‘Aurea’ (Korean Fir) is a desirable evergreen conifer of globe-shaped habit when young, becoming broadly pyramidal over time. Its ascending branches boast short, bright golden-yellow needles adorned with silvery-white undersides in the spring. As the season progresses, the golden coloration takes on a softer shade, almost turning light green. Abundant purple cones are held upright along the branches, creating a lovely contrast against the foliage. A slow grower, 3-6 in. per year (7-15 cm), this golden Korean Fir makes an eye-catching specimen accent. Mature plants can tolerate full sun, but juvenile plants prefer some shade.
| Hardiness |
5 - 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Conifers, Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Pinaceae |
| Genus | Abies |
| Common names | Fir, Korean Fir |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
20' - 25' (6.1m - 7.6m) |
| Spread |
10' - 15' (3m - 4.6m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
| Hardiness |
5 - 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Conifers, Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Pinaceae |
| Genus | Abies |
| Common names | Fir, Korean Fir |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
20' - 25' (6.1m - 7.6m) |
| Spread |
10' - 15' (3m - 4.6m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
How many Abies koreana ‘Aurea’ (Korean Fir) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Abies koreana ‘Aurea’ (Korean Fir) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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