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Abies koreana Molli - Korean Fir

Abies koreana Molli
Korean Fir

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Dwarf variety of Korean fir, it slowly forms a compact tree with a neat appearance, covered in dark green and shiny needles. In spring, its small bright green buds at the end of the branches bring colour to the foliage. In autumn, beautiful purplish cones stand on the branches, even on young subjects. With its slow growth and reduced size, it is perfect for small gardens, bringing a strong presence and architectural structure. It enhances the most beautiful outdoor decorations at Christmas.  
Height at maturity
2.25 m
Spread at maturity
1 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time February, October
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November
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Description

Abies koreana Molli is a dwarf variety of Korean fir, forming a small conical tree over time. Its needles are dark green and shiny on the top and have a silvery colour on the underside. In spring, its young buds are initially an attractive bright green before darkening. In autumn, this small fir tree is adorned with very decorative, upright, bluish cones, even at a young age. In December, it can easily accommodate Christmas decorations, and is well-suited for it. Its small size makes it suitable for small gardens, in well-drained, moist soil, sheltered from scorching sun.

The Korean fir is a conifer of the pine family, native only to the mountains of the extreme south of Korea. This small conifer reaches a height of 6 to 9 m (20 to 29ft) in its natural environment and has a compact habit. The Molli variety is a more modest version as it does not exceed 2 m (7ft) to 2.5 m (8ft) in height at maturity, after about 20 years, growing at a rate of about 10 cm (4in) per year. Its conical and upright shape gives it an adult circumference of 1 m. It has a compact habit, made up of branches where very fine and flexible needles are flatly attached, dark green and shiny on the top. Beautiful upright purple cones appear on the plants in autumn, even when young.

Abies koreana Molli is ideal for a small garden or as a more modest feature in a larger garden thanks to its moderate growth and small size. The ornamental qualities of dwarf conifers naturally stand out in the design of a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of shapes, silhouettes, and textures over flowers. The strong personality of these architectural plants structurally and durably shapes a flower bed, marks pathways, and borders the terrace, easily replacing the strong presence of trimmed boxwood. Combine them with roses, peonies, or ornamental grasses with a complementary form that, in return, will showcase them. They can also be accompanied by ground cover plants like aubrietas or cerastiums, and flowering shrubs. The key is to play with volumes and colours.

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Abies koreana Molli - Korean Fir (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 2.25 m
Spread at maturity 1 m
Habit conical, pyramidal
Growth rate slow

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Fruit colour violet

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Abies

Species

koreana

Cultivar

Molli

Family

Pinaceae

Other common names

Korean Fir

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference190510

Planting and care

Plant Abies koreana Molli from September to November or from February to June, in regular, but very well-drained, even stony and rocky soil, enriched with humus, not too dry, in filtered sunlight or partial shade. This species is sensitive to heat and scorching sun. Regularly water the young plants during the two to three summers following planting. The Korean fir should be watered during prolonged periods of high heat. This bush does not require pruning, but any unsightly or obstructive branches can be removed.

Planting period

Best planting time February, October
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery, Shaded rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Hedge, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Well-drained, fertile, humus-bearing soil

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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