Abies koreana 'Silberperle'
Also called Silver Pearl Miniature Fir
More About Abies koreana 'Silberperle'
- An extremely dwarf globe that will eventually become pyramidal
- Dark green needles curving around the stem have silvery undersides
- Notable white buds, resembling silver pearls, appear by fall
- Slow-growing
Zone:
5Height:
25-30 cmSpread:
25-30 cmColour:
GreenSilver Pearl Korean Fir Growing and Maintenance Tips
A very low-maintenance plant, requiring little to no pruning. A smaller slower-growing alternative to the Abies balsamea 'Nana' that should be sheltered from intense sun exposure. Its compact mature size makes it ideal for miniature gardens.
Abies koreana 'Silberperle' Characteristics
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Low Maintenance
Evergreen
Rock garden
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedMoist to Average
Average to Dry Soils
Growth Rate
SlowHabit
DwarfCompact
Globe
Foliage Color
SilverGreen (dark)
Landscape uses
SpecimenSuitable Substitutions for Abies koreana 'Silberperle'
Abies balsamea 'Piccolo'
Piccolo Dwarf Balsam Fir
Abies koreana 'Blauer Eskimo'
Miniature Korean Fir
Picea abies 'Little Gem'
Little Gem Norway Spruce
