Korean Fir Tree
Abies Koreana
A beautiful little fir tree. The main feature of this small shapely conifer is its tendency to produce 5-7cm upright cones which in summer are vivid bloomed purple. These appear on small very young trees so for many years they occur at eye level. They contrast well with the blunt grey-green needles. Most trees are slow growing but short lived, seldom exceeding 40 years.
Features
Mature Height
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Soil Types
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Growth Rate
Usage
Leaf Colour
Full Description
Heavy coning for several years can leave bare lengths of shoot which are unsightly. So when the cones begin to disintegrate in early winter they should be cut off flush with the shoot. In the landscape this tree is a foreground feature. A curiosity to be closely examined, and not viewed from a great distance. It prefers poor, slightly acid, moist soils, and will tolerate full sun. Planting should never be too deep.
Although hardy to around -15¡C Korean fir becomes more susceptible to disease and predation, especially by Aphids, in cold, exposed or other stressful situations. The species originated in South Korea but the original introductions to Britain in 1905 were of a slow growing ornamental form from one of the offshore islands.
Aftercare
The Korean fir prefer consistent moist soil, but not too wet or soggy. A layer of mulch around the tree can help retain adequate soil moisture.
Delivery
Within 24 hours of placing your order, we will contact you to confirm an exact delivery date. Most orders are delivered within 5 working days. Your plants will be freshly lifted and packaged the day before dispatch to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.
If you have a preferred delivery date please use the comments box and we will try our best to accommodate this (not available at weekends).
Although items can remain in their packaging for 7–10 days if kept frost-free, we recommend planting bareroot trees as soon as possible after delivery.
We use a courier service, and a signature is required on delivery unless you specify a safe place in the comments box when placing your order.
Small Orders (UK Mainland Only)
Orders of 1–15 plants in size 40/60cm can often be sent via Royal Mail for £8.00.
Please note: Your basket will initially show a delivery charge of £15.00 + VAT, but if you request Royal Mail delivery in the comments box, we will adjust the payment for you once we receive the order.
England and Wales Standard Delivery Charges
- Orders up to £75 – £15 + VAT
- £76 – £200 – £22 + VAT
- £201 – £300 – £30 + VAT
- £301 – £500 – £40 + VAT
- £501 – £1000 – £45 + VAT
- Over £1000 – £50 + VAT
Mainland Scotland Standard Delivery Charges
- Orders up to £75.99 – £20 + VAT
- £76 – £150.99 – £28.40 + VAT
- £151 – £300.99 – £38 + VAT
- £301 – £500.99 – £50 + VAT
- £501 – £1000.99 – £56 + VAT
- Over £1001 – £62 + VAT
Click and Collect
Click and collect available free of charge from: Tree Shop Ltd., Harts Barn, Monmouth Road, Longhope, GL17 0QD, UK