Abies koreana 'Silberlocke'

Common name
Korean Fir

Family
Pinaceae

Genus
Abies are evergreen conifers, widespread in Asia, Central America, Europe, North America and North Africa. Often very tall, with spiralled branches bearing flattened, linear leaves. The seed-cones stand upright on the branches unlike Spruces which have pendulous cones. Young cones are very eye-catching, ranging in colours from white, green, blueish violet and a purple red.

Details
Abies koreana 'Silberlocke' is an eye catching cultivar with two toned curling dark-green needles with their silvery-white underside brings unusual texture to any garden. In the spring large purple cones adorn the branches and provide a wonderful contrast against the green foliage.  One of our favourites at Lime Cross due to its cones and quirky shape. Hand grafted and propagated at Lime Cross Nursery. 

Soil Type: Acid, alkaline, heavy clay, light sandy, normal.
Aspect: Full sun.
Foliage Type: Evergreen.
Foliage Colour: Blue - green needles.
Pot Size: 3 litre.
Ultimate Height: 30 - 60cm.
Ultimate Spread: 25 - 30cm.
Growth Rate: 10 - 20 years.
Special Attributes: Perfect for rock gardens.