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Abies koreana 'Silberperle'

Also called Silver Pearl Miniature Fir


Abies koreana 'Silberperle' - Silver Pearl Korean 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:

5

Height:

25-30 cm

Spread:

25-30 cm
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Silver 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
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Evergreen
Evergreen
Rock garden
Rock garden

Soil Moisture

Well-drained
Moist to Average
Average to Dry Soils

Growth Rate

Slow

Habit

Dwarf
Compact
Globe

Foliage Color

Silver
Green (dark)

Landscape uses

Specimen

 Suitable Substitutions for Abies koreana 'Silberperle'

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