Abies koreana 'Brilliant' - 25-30 CM C5

Description
The Korean fir 'Brillant' (Abies koreana) is a dwarf shrub that grows compactly and usually reaches a height of approx. 40 cm and a width of approx. 40 cm. Its needle-shaped leaves have a medium green colour. Decorative cones adorn Abies koreana 'Brillant' from October. This shrub is well tolerant of frost and prefers well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic soil in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Bulletpoints
* decorative cones

leaves
The Korean fir 'Brillant' is evergreen. Its needles are medium green.

Bark
Deeply fissured bark.

Spread
Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Korean fir 'Brillant' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Korean fir 'Brillant' is a compact growing dwarf shrub. It usually reaches a height of 35 - 40 cm and is approx. 35 - 40 cm wide. Slow growing. It usually grows 3 - 4 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- This plant does not tolerate heavy soil. If necessary, the soil structure can be improved when planting by working in sand and mature compost. - Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Fruit
The cones of Abies koreana 'Brillant' are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Use
Solitary, group planting, ornamental shrub, grave, heather garden