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Abies koreana Samling - Korean Fir

Abies koreana Samling
Korean Fir

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Moderately growing variety, with slow growth, a conical and dense habit, resembling a fir tree. Its evergreen foliage is composed of short needles of a bright green colour, lighter on young shoots. In spring, it produces beautiful purple cones that add colour to the foliage. This Korean fir is suitable for small gardens.
Height at maturity
5 m
Spread at maturity
3 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to May, September to November
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Description

Abies koreana 'Samling' is a variety of Korean fir with small size and slow growth that has a typical fir habit, pyramidal and regular, very dense. Its foliage consists of short, shiny, non-prickly needles, bright green on the top, showing 2 white lines on the underside. In spring, its light green shoots come alive with purple buds that develop into upright cones of a beautiful size, also purple. This variety is well suited for ornamental use in small gardens. The Korean fir likes moist, fertile, well-drained, sandy or loamy, non-chalky soils. 

The Korean fir, Abies koreana, is a conifer of the pinaceae family native to the mountains of southern 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 'Samling' variety grows very slowly, with a growth rate of about 3 to 5 cm (1 to 2in) per year. Ultimately, the plant measures approximately 5 m (16ft) in height and 3 m (10ft) in width. This fir tree develops numerous branches arranged in dense tiers. Flat, very fine and flexible soft needles, shiny on top and measuring 2-3 cm (1in), grow on its branches. Its velvety spring buds contrast with its bright green foliage, and beautiful upright purple cones, reaching a height of 7 cm (3in), appear on mature specimens. 

Abies koreana 'Samling' can be placed alone or in groups of 3, on a lawn or in a large rockery. Its perfect fir tree silhouette fits well with contemporary or more classic decorations. The architectural qualities of dwarf conifers deserve to be invited more often into our gardens, as they provide a permanent structure. These are rather discreet plants in summer and stand out again in winter, when flowering is rare. They mark pathways, border terraces, and adorn the corner of a large shrub border. To accompany the Korean fir 'Samling', choose, for example, a ground cover conifer like Juniperus Blue Carpet, or a variety that forms a ball like Pinus mugo Varella. Grasses complement conifers very well with their form. Think of Stipa tenuifolia, Pennisetum Hameln Gold, or Miscanthus Aperitiv, for example.

 

Plant habit

Height at maturity 5 m
Spread at maturity 3 m
Habit conical, pyramidal
Growth rate very slow

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Fruit colour violet

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Botanical data

Genus

Abies

Species

koreana

Cultivar

Samling

Family

Pinaceae

Other common names

Korean Fir

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference19053

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Planting and care

Plant Abies koreana 'Samling' from September to November or from February to May, in well-drained soil, enriched with compost, that won't dry out too much in summer, in full sun or partial shade. This species is sensitive to heat and strong sunlight and does not tolerate limestone. Water the young plants regularly 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 to enhance its attractive shape.

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Free-standing
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 soil

Care

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

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