Abies koreana 'Silberlocke' (Korean Fir)
Korean Fir 'Silberlocke', Horstmann's Silberlocke Korean Fir, Abies koreana 'Horstmann's Silberlocke'
Abies koreana 'Silberlocke' (Korean Fir) is an evergreen conifer of great beauty. It forms a compact pyramid with particularly attractive dark green needles which curl upwards to display their silvery white undersides. Abundant purple cones are held upright along the branches, creating a lovely contrast against the deep green foliage. A slow grower, 4-6 in. per year (10-15 cm), 'Silberlocke' is a real conversation piece for the garden.
- Winner of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
- Grows up to 20-30 ft. high (6-9 m) and 10-20 ft. wide (3-6 m).
- Performs best in full sun in rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. More tolerant of heat and humidity than most firs but performs best in cooler climates.
- Virtually disease free. Watch for aphids and adelgids. Easy to grow, easy to care for and rarely browsed by deer.
- No pruning is required.
- Propagate by seed or grafting.
- Abies koreana is native to the higher mountains of South Korea.
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Requirements
| 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, Trees |
| Plant Family | Abies - Firs |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
| Spread | 10' – 20' (3m – 6m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| 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, Trees |
| Plant Family | Abies - Firs |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
| Spread | 10' – 20' (3m – 6m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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